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The U.S. has updated its Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for 2025. Now, citizens from 40 countries can visit without a visa. This change makes travel for business and tourism much easier. One major update is the addition of Romania, which strengthens ties between the two countries. However, no African nations, including Nigeria, Ghana, or South…
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Pro-Ukraine protests have erupted across the US. Demonstrators in cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Boston showed strong support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, counter-protesters voiced their backing for Trump and Vice President JD Vance. In Vermont, people protested near a ski resort where Vance was vacationing. As a result, his family reportedly left for safety…
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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked President Bola Tinubu to stop the new ATM fee increase. Moreover, they want the fees suspended until the Federal High Court in Lagos rules on their legality. In a letter dated March 1, 2025, SERAP urged Tinubu to consult with Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi (SAN). Furthermore,…
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Renowned R&B singer Angie Stone has died at 63 after a tragic car accident in Montgomery, Alabama. The crash happened on March 1, 2025, while she and her band traveled from Alabama to Atlanta. Their van overturned, and soon after, a truck collided with it, causing the fatal accident. Born Angela Laverne Brown in Columbia,…
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Ekaette Akpabio, wife of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has sued Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. She accuses her of defamation and rights violations. The case is now before the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja. As part of her claims, she is demanding ₦250 billion in damages. The dispute began after Akpoti-Uduaghan spoke on Arise News…
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A massive fire broke out early Saturday at Sokoto’s Kara Market, which is known for selling grains and other goods. The flames quickly spread, destroying many shops and grain stores. Firefighters are working hard to put out the fire, but the exact cause remains unknown. Meanwhile, shop owners and residents are rushing to save their…
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Keir Starmer UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reaffirmed support for Ukraine after a heated meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump and Zelenskyy started with polite greetings. However, the meeting soon turned tense. Trump accused Zelenskyy of not being grateful for U.S. aid and warned that rejecting peace talks…
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U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met at the White House to discuss U.S. support and Ukraine’s war with Russia. However, their conversation quickly turned tense, ending in disagreement. At first, both leaders greeted each other politely. However, Trump soon accused Zelenskyy of not appreciating U.S. military aid. He claimed the U.S.…
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House today. They aimed to find solutions to end the Ukraine war and improve relations. During the talks, Zelensky requested security guarantees from the U.S. In exchange, he considered granting U.S. access to Ukraine’s rare minerals. This deal could benefit both nations. Before…
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Obasa’s Invasion: Meranda Calls It a “Show of Shame” Ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly again on Friday, February 28, with a group of thugs. Meanwhile, Speaker Mojisola Meranda and 34 lawmakers attended a court hearing regarding Obasa’s case. Meranda Condemns the Act Reacting to the incident, Meranda called the…