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President Donald Trump plans to impose a 200% tariff on alcoholic drinks from the European Union (EU), including wine and champagne. He made this decision after the EU announced a 50% import tax on U.S. whiskey and other products. This new tax will take effect on April 1. The EU’s tariffs will impact about $28…
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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have demanded that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) return the goods it took from traders at the Ogbo Ogwu Drug Market in Onitsha, Anambra State. According to IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Comrade Emma Powerful, NAFDAC officials raided the market at midnight. They…
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A Chief Magistrate Court in Abuja, sitting at Wuse Zone 6, has ordered the arrest of social media activist Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The arrest warrant follows a defamation case filed by gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. On Thursday, Magistrate Emmanuel Iyana issued the order, directing the Nigeria Police Force and other law enforcement…
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The African Patriots Forum (APF) has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State to respect court rulings and stop playing political games. They emphasized that good governance requires compliance with the law. The APF praised members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaehwule, for choosing legal action instead of violence.…
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On Thursday, the Nigerian Senate showed its support for Senate President Godswill Akpabio. They passed a vote of confidence in his leadership. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele moved the motion during the plenary session. He emphasized the need for clarity and respect for rules. Additionally, he called for a renewed focus on governance. Why Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan…
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Russia has refused to agree to a short-term ceasefire in Ukraine. According to officials, it would only give Ukrainian troops time to recover. Yuri Ushakov, an advisor to President Putin, called it a tactic to regroup. Therefore, Russia wants a lasting peace deal that fits its goals. Meanwhile, U.S. envoy Steven Witkoff has arrived in…
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The Ijaw National Congress (INC) has warned that impeaching Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara could have severe economic consequences for Nigeria. This warning came after security operatives blocked the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex. As a result, Governor Fubara could not present the 2025 budget, even though the Supreme Court had ordered it. The…
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Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara was prevented from entering the State House of Assembly on Wednesday morning. This incident stopped him from presenting the 2025 budget as planned. Governor Fubara arrived at the Assembly early in the day. He aimed to meet a key requirement outlined in the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Supreme…
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A political crisis is unfolding in Rivers State as tensions rise between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Wike, who now serves as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, remains influential. As a result, the Rivers State House of Assembly has split into two factions. One group supports Governor Fubara, while the…
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China has vowed to take all necessary actions to protect its interests after the United States raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, the move violates World Trade Organization (WTO) rules. As a result, tensions between the two countries have escalated even further. Just last month, the…