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Russian Man Sentenced to 13 Years for Smuggling Aircraft Parts to Ukraine

Robert Imoh — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:58:00 +0000

A Moscow court has sentenced a 59-year-old Russian citizen to 13 years in prison for attempting to smuggle aircraft spare parts to Ukraine. The Russian Federal Security Service, FSB, announced the sentence in a statement on Friday. According to the security agency, the man obtained aviation bearings in Russia and attempted to move them out […]

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FG to Evacuate More Nigerians From South Africa Amid Xenophobic Attacks

Robert Imoh — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:44:54 +0000

The Federal Government has announced plans to evacuate more Nigerians from South Africa following renewed concerns over xenophobic attacks and anti-migrant violence. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, disclosed the plan on Monday through her verified social media platforms. She said the government remained committed to protecting the safety and welfare of Nigerians living […]

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Trump Marks U.S. 250th Independence Anniversary With National Mall Rally

Robert Imoh — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:21:35 +0000

President Donald Trump is marking the 250th anniversary of United States independence with a major political-style event on the National Mall in Washington. The July 4 celebration comes as Americans across the country hold parades, fireworks displays, concerts and community events to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The United States […]

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King Charles Sends Message to Trump as U.S. Marks 250 Years of Independence

Robert Imoh — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:17:46 +0000

Britain’s King Charles III has congratulated President Donald Trump and the people of the United States as America marks 250 years of independence. In a message issued on Saturday, the British monarch described the anniversary as a historic moment for Americans across the world. He said the milestone offered an opportunity to reflect on the […]

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U.S. Supreme Court rules on Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

Robert Imoh — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:21:27 +0000

The United States Supreme Court is set to rule on Tuesday on whether President Donald Trump can enforce a controversial policy restricting birthright citizenship, a decision that could reshape long-standing constitutional interpretation in the country. The ruling comes at the end of the court’s current term and is expected to have far-reaching implications for U.S. […]

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Nigeria targets UN Security Council seat after CEDAW victory – envoy

Robert Imoh — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:28:17 +0000

Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, says the country is positioning itself to secure a seat on the United Nations Security Council next year, following its recent diplomatic success at the UN. Ibrahim made the remarks after Nigeria’s candidate, Esther Eghobamien-Mshelia, was elected to the UN Committee on the Elimination of […]

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Nigerian Leader Urges FG to Intervene Over South Africa Anti-Immigration Deadline

Robert Imoh — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:48:43 +0000

A Nigerian community representative in South Africa has called on the Federal Government to urgently engage South African authorities over rising tension linked to a June 30 ultimatum issued by anti-immigration groups. The appeal was made by Ekos Akpokabayen, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA), in a statement […]

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Trump Says Iran Will Never Have Nuclear Weapon Under New Deal

Robert Imoh — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:14:50 +0000

U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Iran will not be allowed to develop or possess nuclear weapons under a new agreement reached with the Middle Eastern country. Trump made the statement on Tuesday while speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian, France. “We have our deal done with Iran. […]

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Nigerian Labour Leader Domingo Adeleke Dies During ILC in Geneva

Robert Imoh — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:15:59 +0000

The Nigerian delegation to the 114th International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of Domingo Adeleke, a leading figure in Nigeria’s trade union movement. Adeleke, who served as Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), passed away on Monday after a brief illness while attending […]

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Africa Holds 60% of Global Solar Potential but Receives Minimal Clean Energy Investment

Robert Imoh — Mon, 25 May 2026 14:21:25 +0000

Africa possesses 60 percent of the world’s best solar resources, yet the continent receives only a small share of global clean energy investments, according to Dr Michael David, Executive Director of the Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP). Dr David made the remarks during the 2026 Africa Day commemoration in Abuja, highlighting […]

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U.S. Eyes Indictment of Former Cuban President Raúl Castro Over 1996 Plane Shootdown

Robert Imoh — Fri, 15 May 2026 08:53:30 +0000

The United States is reportedly moving toward indicting 94-year-old former Cuban president Raúl Castro in connection with the 1996 downing of planes operated by a Cuban exile group, media sources say. The potential indictment is linked to the shooting down of two Cessna aircraft belonging to Miami-based group *Brothers to the Rescue*. The incident occurred […]

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Nigeria-South Africa Chamber Urges Calm and Dialogue Amid Xenophobic Unrest

Robert Imoh — Tue, 12 May 2026 11:45:53 +0000

The Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce (NSACC) has called for calm, dialogue, and enhanced bilateral cooperation following the recent wave of xenophobic unrest in South Africa. In a statement released on Tuesday in Lagos, the Chairman of NSACC, Dr. Ije Jidenma, expressed deep concern over the violence that has affected various communities, businesses, and livelihoods […]

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23 Chadian Soldiers Killed in Boko Haram Attack on Lake Chad Base

Robert Imoh — Wed, 06 May 2026 10:53:08 +0000

Chad’s military confirmed on Tuesday that 23 soldiers lost their lives and 26 others were wounded in a brutal attack by Boko Haram militants on a base located on the shores of Lake Chad. Army spokesperson Issakha Acheikh Chanane stated that the assault occurred late on Monday on the island of Barka Tolorom. Despite the […]

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French Cargo Ship Attacked in Strait of Hormuz: Crew Injured and Vessel Damaged

Robert Imoh — Wed, 06 May 2026 10:44:01 +0000

In a concerning development, a French cargo vessel was targeted during its transit through the Strait of Hormuz on May 5, 2026. The vessel, identified as San Antonio, was attacked while navigating the key maritime route that connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. The French shipping giant, CMA CGM, has confirmed the […]

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UNESCO Launches First International Media and Information Literacy Institute in Nigeria

Robert Imoh — Sat, 02 May 2026 15:08:14 +0000

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), in collaboration with the Federal Government of Nigeria, has inaugurated the world’s first International Media and Information Literacy Institute (IMILI) at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). This historic milestone positions Nigeria at the forefront of efforts to strengthen critical thinking and media literacy in […]

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