The United States has raised concerns that Nigeria’s new N70,000 minimum wage is not enough to pull citizens out of poverty given the country’s tough economic realities.
In its latest 2024 Human Rights Report, released on August 12, 2025, the US Department of...
The United States has approved the sale of precision bombs, rockets, missiles, and other ammunition worth $346 million to Nigeria.
According to the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), the package is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and...
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has advised its citizens to avoid military and government facilities in Abuja due to rising global security concerns.
In a statement issued Sunday, it said all embassy staff and their families are barred from visiting...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned the recent US airstrikes on Iran, calling them unjustified. Speaking in Moscow on Monday during a visit by Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, Putin said Russia stands by the Iranian people and is...
Israel and Iran have exchanged direct attacks over the past two days, marking one of the most dangerous escalations in years.
On Friday, Israel launched a major airstrike operation targeting over 100 sites across Iran, including nuclear and military facilities....
Oil prices surged to $65.99 on Monday after the US and China agreed to pause new tariffs, signalling a possible end to their trade dispute.
Brent crude rose by $2.08 (3.25%), while US WTI crude climbed $2.05 (3.36%) to $63.07....
US President Donald Trump has said he is working to secure compensation for the billions of dollars the US provided to Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) near Washington, Trump stated, “I’m...
The United States has dismissed claims that it funds Boko Haram, reaffirming its commitment to Nigeria’s fight against terrorism.
US Ambassador Richard M. Mills Jr. denied the allegation after a meeting with Nigeria’s 36 state governors in Abuja. His response followed US Congressman Scott Perry’s claim...
The US government has launched an investigation into how past foreign aid to Nigeria was used, following claims that funds may have reached terrorist groups, including Boko Haram.
This comes after US President, Donald Trump, suspended all foreign aid for...
The Federal Government has announced plans to integrate 28,000 Nigerian health workers previously funded by USAID into the national healthcare system.
Health Minister Muhammad Pate said Nigeria is committed to reducing reliance on foreign aid and strengthening its healthcare workforce.
This follows a US funding pause under former President Donald Trump,...
