The Federal Government has expressed concern over the impact of the newly imposed tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump on Nigerian exports, warning that both oil and non-oil sectors could suffer significant setbacks. The tariffs, which are set to disrupt trade relations between Nigeria and the United States, could undermine the competitiveness of Nigerian products
The United States Ambassador to the Middle East, Morgan Ortagus, has called for the immediate disarmament of Hezbollah and other armed groups in Lebanon, emphasizing that the Lebanese security forces must take the lead in this critical effort. Ortagus made the statement during an interview with Lebanese broadcaster LBCI, concluding her three-day visit to Beirut
International trade offers numerous socio-economic and political benefits, such as revenue generation, fostering relationships between nations, and ensuring optimal resource allocation. Free trade, in particular, should encourage political and economic cooperation globally. However, the reality under President Donald Trump’s administration has deviated from this ideal, as his stance on trade tariffs signals a shift from
In an unprecedented diplomatic move that has sent shockwaves across the African continent, the United States government has announced the cancellation of all visa categories for citizens of Eritrea, citing the East African nation’s continued refusal to accept its deported nationals. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, in coordination with the State Department, revealed this
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets in major cities across the United States on Saturday, expressing their opposition to President Donald Trump’s controversial policies. These demonstrations, marking the largest since Trump returned to the White House, saw rallies in Washington, New York, Houston, Florida, Colorado, and Los Angeles, among other locations. Protesters
In a move aimed at boosting trade relations, Zimbabwe’s President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, announced on Saturday that the country would suspend all tariffs on goods imported from the United States. This decision comes just days after the U.S. imposed an 18 percent tariff on goods from Zimbabwe, a step that escalated trade tensions between the two
A devastating series of storms has ravaged the central-eastern United States, resulting in a death toll of at least 16 people. The severe weather system, which stretches from Arkansas to Ohio, has caused widespread destruction, including damaged buildings, flooded roadways, and dozens of tornadoes. Tennessee has been the hardest hit, with state authorities confirming 10
The United Kingdom’s ruling Labour Party has suspended Member of Parliament (MP) Dan Norris after he was arrested on suspicion of sexual offences, including rape and child abduction. According to the police, a man in his 60s was arrested on Friday in connection with several alleged offences, including sexual offences against a girl, child abduction,
The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, António Guterres, has raised a red flag over the growing environmental impact of the global fast fashion industry, warning that it is significantly contributing to the world’s waste crisis. According to Guterres, the fast fashion industry is exacerbating environmental degradation by generating enormous amounts of waste, pollution, and carbon emissions.
In what he termed a historic move to reclaim America’s economic strength, United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a sweeping set of tariffs targeting several countries, including economic rivals like China and longstanding allies such as the European Union and Japan. The announcement, which he made in the White House Rose Garden, sent
