Category Archives: INTERNATIONAL

In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing trade war, China has announced a staggering 84% retaliatory tariff on U.S. imports, a move that threatens to further strain the already tense economic relationship between the world’s two largest economies.The news broke through the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, stirring global concern and debate among economists,ContinueContinue reading “Trade War Heats Up: China Slaps 84% Retaliatory Tariff on U.S. Imports”

In a decisive move to tighten control over the annual Hajj pilgrimage, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of Umrah, business, and family visit visas for citizens of 14 countries—including Nigeria, Egypt, India, and Pakistan—citing growing concerns over illegal pilgrim influx and safety hazards.The announcement, confirmed by Saudi authorities and reportedContinueContinue reading “Saudi Arabia Suspends Visas for Nigeria, 13 Others Ahead of 2025 Hajj to Curb Illegal Pilgrimage Surge”

In a stunning turn of events, the United States government-funded Voice of America (VOA) has ceased radio operations in Nigeria, Ghana, Niger, and several other African nations — a direct consequence of sweeping budget cuts enforced by former President Donald Trump.The unexpected blackout, first detected by millions of dedicated listeners across northern Nigeria, sent shockwavesContinueContinue reading ““Silencing the Airwaves: Trump’s Budget Cuts Pull the Plug on VOA Broadcasts Across West Africa””

Real Madrid’s legendary head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, found himself in the spotlight for an entirely different reason on Wednesday as he stood trial in Spain for alleged tax evasion. Prosecutors accuse the Italian tactician of failing to pay €1 million ($1.08 million) in taxes on image rights revenue during his first stint with the SpanishContinueContinue reading “Carlo Ancelotti on Trial: Real Madrid Coach Faces Prison Sentence Over Alleged Tax Evasion”

In a shocking turn of events, the United Kingdom’s Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has initiated disciplinary actions against 1,238 Nigerian nurses over allegations of exam fraud linked to the Yunnik test centre in Ibadan, Oyo State. Additionally, 717 others remain under investigation, bringing the total number of affected individuals to a staggering 1,955. TheContinueContinue reading “UK Crackdown: Over 1,900 Nigerian Nurses Face Sanctions Amid Exam Fraud Scandal”

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, cautioning him against withdrawing from a crucial rare earth minerals deal with the United States. Speaking to Business Standard, Trump made it clear that any attempt by Kyiv to renegotiate or back out ofContinueContinue reading “Trump Warns Zelenskyy of ‘Big Problems’ Over Rare Earth Minerals Deal”

In a dramatic escalation of diplomatic pressure, former U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened Russia with crippling economic sanctions if it refuses to accept a 30-day ceasefire in its ongoing war with Ukraine. His warning comes as Ukraine formally agreed to the ceasefire proposal during high-stakes negotiations in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.Speaking to reporters, TrumpContinueContinue reading “Trump Warns of ‘Devastating’ Sanctions If Russia Rejects 30-Day Ceasefire Proposal”

In a move that has sent shockwaves through civil rights communities, U.S. immigration authorities have arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian graduate student at Columbia University, as part of former President Donald Trump’s intensified crackdown on pro-Palestinian activism.Khalil, a student at the School of International and Public Affairs, was apprehended at his university residence on SaturdayContinueContinue reading “Crackdown on Dissent: U.S. Immigration Agents Arrest Palestinian Student Protester Amid Trump’s Anti-Israel Activist Purge”

In a significant crackdown on international cyber fraud, Sahara Reporters has taken to it’s official X handle and announced that the U.S. Secret Service has seized $1.5 million from the Binance wallet of Nigerian serial fraudster Avwerosuo Omokri. The seizure, which is part of a broader investigation into online financial scams, was announced via SaharaContinueContinue reading “U.S. Secret Service Seizes $1.5 Million in Crypto from Nigerian Fraudster Omokri’s Binance Account”

Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, declaring that their time is running out unless they immediately release all hostages and return the bodies of those killed. Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Trump made it clear that any delay in compliance would bring dire repercussions.”Shalom Hamas’ContinueContinue reading “Trump’s Fiery Ultimatum to Hamas: “Release the Hostages or Face the Consequences””