US Embassy Abuja Suspends Visa Appointments
The US Embassy in Abuja has suspended all visa appointments, citing security concerns. Applicants are advised to check emails for rescheduled dates, while Lagos operations continue unaffected.
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Nigerian Man's US Visa Approved in Seconds
A Nigerian man's US visa interview lasted less than a minute, with approval after one simple question about his occupation. His viral experience sparked reactions online.
US Embassy Abuja Closes Visa Services, Lagos Operations Continue
The United States has temporarily closed its Abuja embassy for visa appointments, rescheduling all applicants. This follows a recent travel advisory warning Americans against visiting several Nigerian states due to security risks.
Nigeria Responds to US Travel Advisory, Reassures on Security
The Nigerian government has described a recent US travel advisory as routine precautionary measure, emphasizing ongoing security improvements and stability for business and travel.
US Military to Remain Near Iran Until Deal Reached, Trump Says
President Donald Trump declares US forces will stay deployed around Iran until a 'real agreement' is fully implemented, amid a fragile ceasefire and upcoming talks in Islamabad.
Israel Doubts Pakistan's Role in US-Iran Mediation
Israel's ambassador to India questions Pakistan's credibility as a mediator in US-Iran ceasefire talks, emphasizing Israel's focus on Hezbollah in Lebanon and regional security threats.
UK Warns Putin After 500 Troops Track Russian Spy Subs
UK Defence Secretary John Healey reveals a major military operation involving 500 personnel tracked three Russian submarines near British waters, warning Putin against damaging undersea infrastructure.
Israel to Strike Hezbollah 'Wherever Necessary' - Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirms military operations against Hezbollah will continue despite US-Iran ceasefire, following airstrikes that killed 254 in Lebanon.
Netanyahu: Israel Ready to Resume War Despite Ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares Israel's military readiness to restart fighting at any moment, stating the US-Iran ceasefire does not end the broader conflict.
North Korea Tests Cluster-Bomb Missiles Amid Rising Tensions
North Korea announces successful tests of ballistic missiles armed with cluster-bomb warheads, marking a significant escalation in its nuclear-capable arsenal. The three-day tests included anti-aircraft weapons and electromagnetic systems, further straini
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Trump's Conditions for Iran Peace: No Nukes, Open Strait
U.S. President Donald Trump demands Iran abandon nuclear weapons and keep the Strait of Hormuz open as conditions for lasting peace, warning military forces remain deployed and ready to act if agreements fail.
U.S. Evacuates Citizens from Nigeria Over Security Concerns
The United States has authorized the departure of non-essential personnel and families from its embassy in Abuja due to deteriorating security, warning citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria.
U.S. Warns Against Travel to 23 Nigerian States
The United States Department of State has advised citizens to avoid 23 states in Nigeria due to terrorism, crime, kidnapping, and unrest, citing deteriorating security conditions.
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US Evacuates Staff, Flags 23 Nigerian States as 'Do Not Travel'
The United States has ordered non-essential embassy personnel to leave Nigeria and warned citizens against travel to 23 states due to escalating security threats including terrorism, kidnapping, and crime.
US Lists 23 Nigerian States as 'Do Not Travel' Destinations
The United States has issued a travel advisory warning citizens against visiting 23 Nigerian states due to severe security threats, including terrorism, kidnapping, and violent crime.
US Evacuates Embassy Staff, Bans Travel to 23 Nigerian States
The US Department of State has authorized non-emergency personnel and families to leave the Abuja embassy, citing deteriorating security. A travel advisory warns Americans to reconsider travel to Nigeria, listing 23 states as 'Do Not Travel' due to crime,
Trump Threatens 'Bigger, Stronger' Strikes on Iran
US President Donald Trump warns that US forces will remain deployed and could launch 'bigger, and better, and stronger' attacks on Iran unless a 'real agreement' is reached, as peace talks are set for Islamabad.
Africa-Europe Relations: Historical Scars and Modern Tensions
The UN's declaration of the transatlantic slave trade as humanity's gravest crime highlights ongoing tensions. Despite EU funding, Africa faces unequal partnerships and migration policies, with historical trauma shaping modern diplomacy.
ITUC Praises Ghana for Leading UN Slave Trade Reparations
The International Trade Union Confederation commends Ghana for advancing a UN resolution on transatlantic slavery reparations, calling for apologies, compensation, and economic justice to address historical injustices and structural inequalities.
ECOWAS at 50: West Africa Pushes for Stronger Regional Unity
West African leaders gathered in Yamoussoukro to celebrate ECOWAS's 50th anniversary, emphasizing initiatives like a single currency and Vision 2050 to boost integration and address security threats.
US Issues Fresh Nigeria Travel Advisory, Lists High-Risk States
The Donald Trump administration has released an updated travel advisory for Nigeria, warning American citizens to avoid several states due to terrorism, kidnapping, and violent crime risks. The advisory follows the withdrawal of non-emergency embassy staf
Al Jazeera Journalist Killed in Israeli Gaza Strike
Al Jazeera journalist Mohammed Wishah was reportedly killed in an Israeli drone strike in Gaza, with three others dead in separate attacks, amid ongoing conflict and accusations of targeting journalists.
US-Israel vs Iran Ceasefire: 10 Key Facts
President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in the conflict with Iran, but key issues remain unresolved. Here are ten essential points about the temporary truce and its implications.
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Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Iran Arms Suppliers
President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning, threatening immediate 50% tariffs on all goods from any country found supplying military weapons to Iran. This comes as a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire takes effect and the Strait of Hormuz reopens.
Trump: 50% Tariffs for Countries Supplying Iran Weapons
Former US President Donald Trump declares a 50% tariff on all goods from countries supplying weapons to Iran, with no exemptions, following a ceasefire agreement.
Trump Blames Nigerian Site for CNN's Iran Report
Former US President Donald Trump has implicated Nigeria in a media dispute with CNN over a report claiming Iran secured a victory in the ceasefire agreement. Trump alleges the report originated from a fake Nigerian news site.
US Defense Secretary: Iran 'Begged' for Ceasefire Deal
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserts Iran desperately sought a ceasefire to end US military strikes, claiming Iran's defenses are destroyed and its leader is wounded.
WHO Driver Killed by Israeli Gunfire in Gaza
A Palestinian WHO driver was killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza, with conflicting accounts from the IDF and WHO colleagues. The incident highlights ongoing violence despite a ceasefire.
Trump: CNN Used Fake Nigerian Site for Iran Ceasefire Report
Former US President Donald Trump has criticized CNN, alleging the network relied on a fraudulent Nigerian news platform for its report on the Iran-US ceasefire agreement announced in April 2026.
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Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran
US President Donald Trump has declared a temporary two-week ceasefire in the conflict with Iran, following mediation by Pakistan. The pause comes after Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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