The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has berated Nigeria for imposing an import ban on 25 different product categories, which is impacting American exporters. Coming at a time tensions are rising over the sweeping tariffs imposed on several countries by the U.S., the trade body described the import ban by… Continue reading
In a move that could escalate global trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced new reciprocal tariffs, imposing duties on imports from several countries, including Nigeria. The announcement came during an event he dubbed “Liberation Day”, where he outlined his administration’s plan to counter what he described as… Continue reading
WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump will speak remotely at the World Economic Forum on Thursday in Davos, Switzerland, delivering his first major speech to global business and political leaders. Trump is due to give a speech and engage in a dialogue at 11 a.m. Eastern time (1600 GMT), according… Continue reading
New wildfire near Los Angeles explodes, forces evacuations A new wildfire that broke out north of Los Angeles on Wednesday rapidly spread to more than 32 square kilometres, fuelled by strong winds and dry brush, forcing mandatory evacuation orders for more than 19,000 people. The Hughes fire about 80 kilometres… Continue reading
President Donald Trump has officially signed an executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States. This controversial move challenges the long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to “all persons born or naturalized in the United States,” regardless of their parents’ immigration status or place… Continue reading
In a dramatic development from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), 37 individuals, including three Americans, a Briton, a Belgian, and a Canadian, have been sentenced to death for their involvement in a failed attempt to overthrow President Félix Tshisekedi. The convicted were accused of orchestrating attacks on the… Continue reading
Canada has barred holders of visitor visa from applying for a work permit within the country. Disclosing this in a statement on Wednesday, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said the directive is with immediate effect. “While the temporary policy was set to expire on February 28, 2025, IRCC… Continue reading
As Canada moves towards a major immigration overhaul, tens of thousands of international students have taken to the streets to protest the new policies introduced by the Justin Trudeau-led federal government. According to a report by City News Toronto, approximately 70,000 foreign students participated in nationwide protests, with demonstrations occurring… Continue reading
A plane carrying 58 passengers and four crew has crashed in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. The twin-engine turboprop plane was flying from Cascavel in the southern state of Paraná to the main airport in São Paulo city when it came down in the town of Vinhedo, the Voepass… Continue reading
Few minutes after he announced his withdrawal from the Presidential race, the President of the United States (US), Joe Biden has endorsed his Vice, Kamala Harris as his preferred presidential nominee for his party. President Biden made this announcement on his verified X handle on Sunday, July 21 ahead of… Continue reading
Oyo CPN Seeks Stronger Collaboration With NSCDC on Child Protection Goals
Oyo Lawmaker, Hon. Olorunpoto, Advocates Alaafin as Sole Permanent Chairman of Obas’ Council, Seeks Extra Slot for Oyo ZoneOyo Lawmaker, Hon. Olorunpoto, Advocates Alaafin as Sole Permanent Chairman of Obas’ Council, Seeks Extra Slot for Oyo Zone