Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has said he was not surprised by the recent revocation of his United States visa, stating that he had long foreseen that former US President Donald Trump would take actions against immigrants, including cancelling green cards. In an interview published by BBC News Pidgin, Soyinka recalled that he had warned as far back as 2016 that Trump would “cancel even the green cards” once he assumed office. Soyinka described Trump as a leader driven by hostility towards minority groups. According to him, “This is a petty minded dictator, you see how he deals with his…
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FIFA has announced the launch of a new annual award known as the FIFA Peace Prize which aims to promote unity and recognise individuals who have made remarkable contributions towards global peace. The first edition of the award is scheduled to be presented during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington in December. According to the football body, the initiative aligns with its long standing campaign tagged Football Unites The World. The inaugural award ceremony will take place on December 5 at the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D C. The event will form part…
Nigerians living in the United States have strongly rejected any suggestion of foreign invasion or military intervention in Nigeria, stressing that the nation’s internal issues must be resolved through dialogue and democratic processes. They said the country’s sovereignty must be respected at all times. The Nigerians in Diaspora group made the call during a peaceful gathering, urging global powers and organisations not to interfere in Nigeria’s political affairs. They maintained that foreign invasion would only worsen the situation and create instability. One of the organisers said, “No nation should support any form of invasion in Nigeria because it will not…
Senator Ned Nwoko has stated that politics in Nigeria must be open and accessible to every citizen rather than limited to a privileged few. He said true leadership is measured by the willingness to serve and contribute to national development for the benefit of the people. Speaking in Abuja during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, Nwoko called on political leaders to embrace a more inclusive approach to governance. He stressed that leaders must begin to think creatively and implement policies that genuinely improve the lives of Nigerians. According to him, “My political ideals and actions align with…
President Bola Tinubu’s administration says it is implementing a series of major measures aimed at tackling terrorism and strengthening security across Nigeria. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, explained that the Federal Government has adopted a combined military and socio economic approach to address insecurity more effectively. Speaking during an engagement in Abuja, Alake said the administration has carried out key reforms within the security sector since 2023, including the restructuring of leadership in several security agencies. He stated that data from international organisations shows that Nigeria has recorded its lowest level of security incidents in more than…
Passengers onboard a Delta Airlines flight at New York’s LaGuardia Airport were evacuated on Tuesday evening after a bomb threat was reported shortly before takeoff. The incident caused significant tension and led to swift security measures as authorities moved passengers away from the aircraft for safety checks. The flight, identified as Delta Flight 2313 and scheduled to depart for Minneapolis, was halted after the cabin crew alerted airport authorities about a possible security concern linked to a bomb threat. Security officials immediately stopped boarding and moved the aircraft to a secure area while passengers were transported back to the terminal.…
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has clarified his position ahead of the November 8 governorship election, stating that although he remains a member of the Labour Party, he considers all candidates contesting in the election as personal friends. He stressed that his priority is for the people of Anambra to choose their next governor through a peaceful, credible and transparent electoral process. Obi spoke with newsmen in Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area, where he reaffirmed his loyalty to Labour Party but dismissed any form of desperation toward the poll. He said his role is to encourage a fair contest…
Alejandro Garnacho came off the bench to rescue Chelsea as his second half equaliser earned the Blues a 2 to 2 draw against Qarabag in their UEFA Champions League clash on Wednesday night. The result prevented what would have been a shocking defeat for the Premier League side in Baku. Chelsea started brightly and took the lead through Estevao Willian, who finished a well worked move to put the visitors ahead. However, Qarabag responded strongly and levelled through Leandro Andrade before Marko Jankovic converted a penalty to give the home side a 2 to 1 advantage. Manager Enzo Maresca’s side…
Paris Saint Germain manager Luis Enrique has criticised his players following their 2 to 1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, blaming costly mistakes for the loss. He said the team handed Bayern easy chances which affected their performance. Enrique admitted PSG were second best in the first half as they struggled to match Bayern’s intensity. He said, “In the first half they were better than us. They created more chances and we made some big gifts. When you make that kind of gifts to players like this it is normal to lose the…
A Federal High Court in Lagos has issued an interim order restraining the Lagos State Police Command and its Commissioner of Police from arresting or harassing human rights activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore. The ruling was delivered after Sowore filed a suit seeking the enforcement of his fundamental rights. Justice Musa Kakaki granted the order on Wednesday, directing the police not to arrest, detain, threaten, or declare Sowore wanted pending the hearing and determination of the substantive case. The court stressed the need to preserve the applicant’s rights until the matter is decided. In his affidavit, Sowore explained…
The Ijaw National Congress of the Americas (INCA), representing the Ijaw Nation in North America, has called for urgent dialogue between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as Nigeria’s Defence Minister, to address the ongoing killings of Christians in Nigeria. INCA’s Chairman, Ebizimo Nagberi, said, “We condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the killing of Christians or any religious group in Nigeria or anywhere in the world.” Nagberi highlighted that Nigeria’s stability is crucial for global peace, warning that the unrest “poses a threat not only to Africa but to international peace and…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) under Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke has called on its commanders to recalibrate operations with a renewed focus on intelligence, precision, and coordination across all theatres. At a high-level meeting held at NAF Headquarters in Abuja, Aneke urged commanders to “fly smarter and strike harder,” stressing the need to neutralize threats while protecting lives and properties. The meeting aimed to harmonize strategies, reinforce inter-service cooperation, and ensure that the NAF remains a decisive instrument of national security. Aneke emphasized that current operations must be intelligence-driven and joint across air, land, and maritime domains for maximum…