The United States has announced it will revoke the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro following his participation in a pro-Palestinian demonstration in New York on Friday. The decision, confirmed by the State Department in a post on X, came after Petro delivered a speech that U.S. officials described as “reckless and incendiary.” Addressing protesters…
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a fresh wave of tariffs on key imported goods, reigniting trade tensions after a period of relative stability. The new measures, unveiled Thursday on Truth Social, will impose 100% duties on patented pharmaceuticals and a 25% levy on heavy-duty trucks starting next week. Trump framed the tariffs as essential…
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced plans to introduce a mandatory digital ID system as part of his strategy to clamp down on illegal migration. Under the proposed scheme, individuals will be required to hold a digital ID in order to work legally in the United Kingdom. Starmer argued that the new framework…
Pope Leo has made his first major appointment since becoming pontiff nearly five months ago, naming Italian Archbishop Filippo Iannone to head the powerful Vatican Dicastery for Bishops. The department plays a crucial role in advising the pope on the selection of bishops across the global Catholic Church, which numbers over 1.4 billion members. Archbishop…
A trader popularly referred to as Egbon Adugbo has raised concerns over the rising cost of goods in local markets, blaming the influence of internet fraudsters, popularly known as Yahoo Boys. Speaking out in frustration, the trader alleged that these young men do not negotiate prices when shopping for clothes, thereby encouraging sellers to hike…
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) to set up a team of medical experts to evaluate the health condition of the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The committee, which is expected to comprise…
The U.S. Special Envoy, Steve Witkoff, has said that Iran is in a tough position, stressing that Washington remains open to dialogue even as new sanctions draw near. Speaking at the Concordia Conference in New York on Wednesday, Witkoff explained that the U.S. approach toward Iran is rooted in diplomacy, despite ongoing tensions. “With regard…
A total of 4,427 new lawyers have officially been called to the Nigerian Bar in a ceremony held in Abuja, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s legal profession. The event, organized by the Body of Benchers, brought together distinguished members of the judiciary, senior advocates, and families of the new wigs who celebrated the…
Nigerian music star Zlatan Ibile and socialite Rahman Jago have been spotted partying together, putting to rest speculations about a rift between the two. The sighting comes after weeks of online chatter suggesting tension between the longtime friends and collaborators. However, videos making rounds on social media show the duo in high spirits at a…
