African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Federal Government to immediately clarify the contents of the recently signed health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Nigeria and the United States, citing sharply conflicting public descriptions of the agreement by both governments. While Abuja has presented the MoU as...
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Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led administration over what he described as misplaced priorities, condemning the reported spending of $9 million (about ₦14 billion) on foreign lobbyists while critical sectors at home remain in deep crisis. Obi in...
United States (U.S) and Nigeria have entered a major health partnership following the signing of a $5.1 billion, five-year bilateral healthcare cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s health system and expanding access to lifesaving services. The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Sunday by the U.S. Mission...
Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF–NCCC) has apprehended high-profile internet fraud suspects involved in targeted cyberattacks against the email systems of major corporate organisations through the deployment of phishing links and malicious software. The Force spokesman, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this in a statement issued on Thursday in...
The GBP/USD pair has always carried a certain influence in the global currency market. It’s not just another price point on a chart. It reflects how two major economies respond to pressure, growth, political change, and global uncertainty. When the pair rises or drops, traders often use it as...
The embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has told a Federal High Court in Abuja that his witnesses will arrive from across the globe — including Ethiopia, Kenya, and the United States — to testify in his ongoing terrorism trial. Appearing before Justice James...
Nigerian House of Representatives has firmly opposed a recent move by the United States Senate to classify Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC), a designation reserved for nations accused of severe violations of religious freedom under the U.S. International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA). According to the News...
United States has committed $32.5 million to the World Food Programme (WFP) to enhance food and nutrition initiatives in Nigeria, according to a statement released by Aishah Gambari of the U.S. Embassy in Abuja on Wednesday. This significant contribution aims to deliver critical food and nutrition aid to vulnerable...
Top seeds Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner launched their U.S. Open campaigns with commanding victories on Tuesday, setting the tone for an electrifying tournament at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Fresh off her Cincinnati triumph, Wimbledon champion Swiatek dismantled Emiliana Arango 6-1, 6-2 in just 60 minutes, not facing a single...
By JOY ADARA , Abuja – Department of State Services (DSS) has urged a Federal High Court in Abuja to admit in evidence statements made by three terror suspects accused of spying on American and Israeli interests in Nigeria for certain individuals in Iran. Haruna Ali Abbas, Ibrahim Hussaini...
ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo – United States Government Exchange Alumni Association of Nigeria (USGEAN) has launched the skill-up initiative to empower young entrepreneurs in Akwa Ibom State This followed the inauguration of the Akwa Ibom State Chapter of the association with the swearing-in of the pioneer executive committee after a...
By EMMANUEL KUJE Abuja- United States Government has praised Nigeria’s recent apprehension of suspected Ansaru terrorist leaders, calling it a significant milestone in the nation’s fight against terrorism. In a statement shared on X by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria on Monday, the U.S. commended the Nigerian government and...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – United States government, in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), on Tuesday inaugurated a modern evidence storage facility and donated forensic kits to the Plateau State Police Command to strengthen crime investigation and prosecution. The facility, expected to improve...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has issued a caution to Nigerians holding U.S. visas, advising them to adhere strictly to the terms and conditions of their visa applications. This advisory follows concerns raised by the U.S. Government over the misuse of visas by some Nigerian...
Euro strengthened on Monday after the United States and the European Union finalized a trade agreement, marking a significant step in averting a broader global trade conflict. On Sunday, during a meeting in Scotland, U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a deal...
Crude oil prices saw an uptick on Monday following a new trade agreement between the United States and the European Union (EU), coupled with the possibility of extended tariff relief with China, easing fears of economic slowdown and reduced fuel demand. By 0035 GMT, Brent crude futures rose by...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Association (USGEAA), Borno State Chapter, has completed a transformative project aimed at promoting peace and strengthening resilience among community members in Bulabulin Ngarannam, Maiduguri. USGEAA Borno State Coordinator, Alhaji Mustapha Shettima, in a statement on Sunday, said the project was...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- United States (US) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has warned lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) that having a past criminal record can lead to revocation of their status and removal from the US. In a notice to Green Card holders, the agency emphasized that...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- United States (US) Government has announced a review of its reciprocal non-immigrant visa policy for Nigeria and other countries. This is contained in a statement titled ” _Revised Visa Reciprocity for Nigeria”_ issued by the US Embassy. *“New Visa Policy Details”* According to the statement,...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – A delegation of United States Congressional staff led by Ms. Allison Cantrell and Ms. Angelle Kwemo visited Borno State. The visit was undertaken in collaboration with the Nigerian Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), represented by Mr. Arjun Jain. The...