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We will send US more “gift packages” – North Korea
A top North Korea diplomat on Tuesday said the Asian country has “more gift packages’’ for the US. Han Song, North Korea ambassador to the UN was making reference to…
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Resolve security issues or get banned | US tells Nigerian airlines
The United States Federal Aviation administration has said it would ban Nigerian airlines if they reuse to resolve specified security issues within 65 days. The ultimatum was given on August…
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North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan
North Korea on Tuesday fired a ballistic missile over Japan into the Pacific Ocean, amidst sanctions. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe described the lauch as an “unprecedented, serious and grave…
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Steve Bannon declares support for Trump perceived enemy in Alabama senatorial race
by Adedotun Michael Recently ousted White House chief strategist Steve Bannon has taken a varying stand against President Donald Trump in the keenly anticipated Alabama Senate special election, Politico reports.…
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We have reached out to the US on repatriation of loots – Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Monday said the Federal Government has reached out to the United States government to assist with the repatriation of stolen funds. In a statement by his…
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Boko Haram: US sells warplanes, weapons to Nigeria
The United States Department of Defence has informed the US Congress that it sold 12 Super Tucano A-29 ground attack aircraft and weapons to Nigeria to fight Boko Haram, Reuters reports.…
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We didn’t think Donald Trump could get any more controversial but he did – a timeline
US President Donald Trump is generally known as a controversial leader. This past month, however, has been one of the most tumultuous in recent times. From making up Mexican President's…
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Trump lagging in announcement of tax reform
by Adedotun Michael President Trump is largely falling behind in the actualization of tax reform which was expected to materialize this August, Politico reports. The setbacks It is somewhat disappointing to see…
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My initial instinct was to withdraw | Trump reveals US new strategy in Afghanistan
US President Donald Trump has mapped out new strategies for the war in Afghanistan. In his address on Monday, Trump said his instincts had told him to pull out of…
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Trump laying sight on 2020 reelection
by Adedotun Michael President Donald Trump is proactively building a 2020 reelection campaign machine, deflecting doubts about his viability for a second term despite his controversial first few months in…
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Trump to announce new U.S. strategy for Afghanistan
by Adedotun Michael According to White House officials, a speech by President Donald Trump outlining the United States' "path forward" in Afghanistan has been scheduled for later today at Fort…
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Trump says Homeland Security and law enforcement are on alert to stop any trouble
U.S. President Donald Trump says Homeland Security and law enforcement officers are ready to spot any form of trouble in the country. In a tweet Friday, Trump said, "Homeland Security…
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Iran threatens to quit nuclear deal if US impose new sanctions
by Adedotun Michael Hassan Rouhani, the Iranian newly elected President has threatened to quit the 2015 nuclear deal in hours if the United States does not desist to impose new…
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Kim Jong-Un ‘ready’ to fire missile at Guam if US threats persist
by Adedotun Michael The North Korea regime leader, Kim Jong-un has said he will watch the actions of the US before deciding whether to launch missiles towards Guam. According to…
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3.5 million North Koreans volunteer to join Army to fight against America
Nearly 3.5 milion workers, party members and soldiers have volunteered to join or rejoin the army to fight against the U.S, North Korea said on Saturday. North Korea’s official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun said…
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Trumps approval rating rebounds to 45%
by Adedotun Michael In a recent survey made by Zogby Analytics, it has revealed that Trump’s rating has rebounded to a whopping 45 percent which was driven by big gains…
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Russian fighter jet flies over Washington, New Jersey
According to familiar sources, as part of a longstanding treaty that allows the militaries of the United States and Russia to observe the other from the air, an unarmed Russian…
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Trump-McConnell exchange reveals crack in the GOP
The squabble between President Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell over the chamber's failure to repeal Obamacare and Trump's social media director, Dan Scavino’s tweet that the Senate GOP…
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Trump likely to face criticism from the military after attack on Senator Blumenthal
The latest recipient of backlash from the White House is Senator Richard Blumenthal. Trump tweeted from his working vacation in response to a statement credited to the Senator where he…
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Putin orders 755 US diplomats to leave Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday said 755 US diplomats must leave the country. This is in retaliation for Congress’ approving new sanctions for Moscow’s interference in the 2016 presidential…
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Ban on Transgenders: Donald Trump has much support from the American people – White House
The White House has said US President Donald hasn't betrayed his commitment to the transgender community. Trump had in June 2016 wrote, "Thank you to the LGBT community, I will fight…
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The world revolves around Trump | 5 takeaways from the US President’s interview with “failing” New York Times
The 45th President of the United States is a peculiar kind. About a month ago, President Trump tweeted in an attack on "Fake News Media", "The failing @nytimes writes false story…
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Fake news is distorting democracy in our country – Trump
President Trump early Sunday blasted the news media for using unidentified sources and "highly slanted and even fraudulent reporting." "With all of its phony unnamed sources & highly slanted &…
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Diezani: EFCC begins process to repatriate $1.6bn
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has concluded plans to testify against a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, as well as Kola Aluko and Jide Omokore in…
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We get along ‘very, very well’ | Trump talks about Putin
US President Donald Trump in an interview on Wednesday said he has a good relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin. “People said, ‘Oh, they shouldn’t get along.’ Well, who are…
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US frees Etihad Airways from laptop ban
The United States has exampted UAE's Etihad Airways from its ban on personal electronic devices such as laptops, officials said on Sunday. It granted permission to US-bound aircraft departing Abu…
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How Nigeria’s economy can overtake UK, France by 2050 – Soludo
Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Professor Chukwuma Soludo, says Nigeria’s economy can be ahead of France and the United Kingdom by 2050. According to Daily Post,…
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Nigeria using child soldiers, US report claims
Nigeria is involving children under the age of 18 in its military operations, a US 2017 trafficking in persons report has said. The report listed Nigeria among countries to face restriction…
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Bobrisky to undergo butt surgery in the US
Nigerian crossdresser, Okuneye Idris popularly known as Bobrisky has said he would be getting a butt lift in the United States. He revealed on SnapChat that despite paying half of…
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200 years of APC, $1million ransom | The 5 numbers that mattered this week
200 - The number of years the All Peoples Congress (APC) will exist and remain in power for, according to the Special Assistant to the President on Prosecution, Okoi Obono-Obla.…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy