News as it breaks
A United States lawmaker and Congressman Representative, Riley Moore, has declared that China will not dictate U.S. foreign policy, following Beijing’s warning against alleged U.S. military involvement in Nigeria’s internal affairs. Reacting to China’s statement, More took to his handle on X and wrote; “President Trump is absolutely right to…
The Chinese government has issued a strong warning against any foreign interference in Nigeria’s domestic affairs, following recent threats by U.S. President, Donald Trump to take military action over alleged persecution of Christians in the country. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has expressed support for U.S. President, Donald Trump’s recent actions aimed at addressing what it called ethno-religious violence and persecution in Nigeria. In a statement released by its U.S. chapter and signed by spokesperson Emma Powerful, the group urges Nigerians living in America to…
A 6.3 magnitude earthquake hits northern Afghanistan, near the city of Mazar-e Sharif, killing at least 20 people and leaving over 320 people injured. The earthquake struck near Mazar-e-Sharif, one of the country’s largest cities that is home to about 500,000 people, at around 01:00 local time on Monday. According…
Tanzania’s National Electoral Commission has declared President Samia Suluhu Hassan the winner of the country’s disputed general election, securing nearly 98% of the total votes. The announcement sparked widespread unrest across several regions as opposition parties alleged large-scale electoral malpractice and a violent government crackdown. The opposition, Chadema Party claimed…
The U.S. government says it will end the automatic renewal of work permits for migrants beginning October 30, 2025, as part of a broader strategy to tighten background checks and national security procedures. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), this change means that holders of Employment Authorization Documents…
Tanzania’s presidential election descended into chaos as widespread protests broke out across major cities, which prompted a heavy security crackdown. Demonstrators took to the streets to denounce what they described as government harassment of opposition leaders and unfair restrictions undermining the re-election bid of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who has…
Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara has secured a fourth term in office after winning 89.77 percent of the votes in Saturday’s election, the country’s electoral commission announced on Monday. The poll, which excluded Ouattara’s two strongest rivals, saw nearly nine million Ivorians eligible to vote in the world’s top cocoa-producing…
Cameroon’s 92-year-old President, Paul Biya has been declared the winner of the country’s disputed presidential election by the Constitutional Council. Official results show Biya won 53.7% of the vote, defeating his main challenger, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who secured 35.2%. The victory extends Biya’s rule, making it his eighth consecutive term…
Germany has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Nigeria through enhanced economic cooperation, job creation, security support, and energy transition partnerships. Speaking at a news conference to mark Germany’s National Day and 65 years of Nigeria–Germany diplomatic relations in Abuja, the German Ambassador to Nigeria, Annette Günther, described…
