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  Washington D.C. - The United States Department of State has declined to comment on reports circulating about the alleged revocation of 4,000 student visas during the initial months of the Trump administration. According to a report by The New York Post, these visa cancellations targeted foreign national students reportedly involved in criminal activities, including offenses such as assault, arson, robbery, and driving under the influence. During a recent press briefing, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce addressed the publication but refrained from confirming any specific numbers. "Certainly I wouldn’t comment on a number that has been printed somewhere," Bruce stated. "We do not provide statistics. We do not discuss numbers. What I can tell you is that it’s something that we don’t provide." The report also suggests that the Trump administration is focusing on students who participated in anti-Israel protests last spring, which followed military action in G...

Former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a powerful rebuke of Donald Trump's presidency, accusing him of "wholesale abandonment" of American ideals and citing his first 100 days in office as a period marked by significant economic turmoil.  Speaking to a crowd in her hometown of San Francisco at an event hosted by Emerge America, a group dedicated to training and supporting Democratic women, Harris made her most extensive public comments since conceding the election. Harris didn't hold back, criticizing Trump's policies as a "self-serving approach" that prioritizes loyalists and those in power, while silencing truth-tellers and neglecting the needs of the broader population. She specifically condemned what she described as Trump creating "the greatest man-made economic crisis in modern presidential history." "Instead of an administration working to advance America's highest ideals, we are witnessing the wholesale abandonment of t...

Boko Haram terrorists have killed 18 fishermen and left scores missing in a brutal attack on Sunday in Mobbar local government area of Borno State. The attack occurred around 2:30 pm at the Fadana-Garuwa River, where dozens of terrorists on motorcycles targeted the fishermen. According to eyewitnesses, the terrorists accused the fishermen of leaking sensitive information to their rivals, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) faction. The fishermen had been granted access to fishing in the river by ISWAP, to whom they paid a form of tax. The attack is believed to be a retaliation by Boko Haram, which controls the riverine area in Niger Republic. The rivalry between the two terrorist groups has intensified in recent months, with both factions rampaging on civilians and military targets in Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states. The bodies of the 18 victims were recovered, and many people are still missing. The villagers conducted burial rites on Tuesday in accordance with Islamic rites...

 The Commandant of Amotekun in Oyo State, Colonel Olayinka Olayanju (rtd), has expressed concerns about the inadequacy of resources to combat insecurity in the state. In a recent interview, Olayanju highlighted that Oyo State is as large as Belgium and even bigger than the entire Southeast region, comprising five states. With only about 2,500 officers, Olayanju emphasized that Amotekun lacks the capacity to effectively secure the state. He also pointed out that the corps is not adequately armed, with most officers carrying pump-action guns that have limited range and power. Olayanju questioned the ability of Amotekun to protect the state, given the current resources. "What can 2,500 people do?" he asked, highlighting the vastness of the state and the challenges posed by armed bandits. The Amotekun chief stressed the need for proper weapons and more trained officers to effectively secure Oyo State. He emphasized that without adequate resources, it would be difficult for Amotek...

  Kokona, Nasarawa state. A young farmer in Nasarawa State is counting his losses after his cassava farm was allegedly ravaged by herdsmen. Idris Salisu Danwanzan shared his anguish on Facebook on Wednesday, revealing the shocking state of his once-thriving farm in the Kokona Local Government Area. Danwanzan, who had not visited his farm in a month, expressed his devastation at the destruction. "You’d be surprised if I told you that it’s my cassava farm. After a month’s visit, this is what I saw.  I can’t even estimate how much I spent," he lamented in his post. He further added a poignant plea for divine retribution, saying, "Any herdsmen responsible for this, Allah sai yasaka mini [may God repay them]." While the full extent of the damage is yet to be officially determined, Danwanzan indicated a significant investment of both time and money in cultivating the now-destroyed farm.  This incident underscores the escalating tensions between farmers and herders in Nige...

The Chairman of Gwer West Traditional Council and Ter Tyoshin, His Royal Highness Daniel Abomtse, has called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the persistent attacks by armed herdsmen that have plagued communities in Benue State for over 15 years. The violence has left communities devastated and thousands displaced, with Abomtse lamenting that the attacks have continued unabated. He commended Governor Hyacinth Alia for his prompt response to the crisis but stressed that the scale and longevity of the attacks demand robust federal support. "The terrorists masquerading as herdsmen have made life unbearable for my people for more than a decade. We are grateful for the state government's efforts, but this is a national crisis and requires a national response," Abomtse said. A delegation from the Benue State Government, led by Permanent Secretary Sir James Iorpuu, delivered relief materials to victims of the recent attacks. The team also paid a condolence visi...

  A promising life was tragically cut short in Wisconsin on April 19, 2025, when Nigerian dentist Akintunde Bowden lost his life in a fatal encounter with his neighbor. The incident occurred after Mr. Bowden reportedly asked his neighbor, Keionna McGowan, to lower the volume of her music. According to reports, Akintunde Bowden was at his residence watching a basketball game when loud music emanating from Ms. McGowan's apartment became disruptive. In an attempt to resolve the issue, Mr. Bowden went to her apartment and requested that she turn the music down. Details from Ms. McGowan suggest that Mr. Bowden allegedly banged on her door. She stated that the banging made her feel afraid. While she agreed to lower the music, the situation escalated when Mr. Bowden reportedly started kicking her door.  Fearing he might break in, Ms. McGowan, in what she claims was a moment of fear, discharged her firearm, hitting Mr. Bowden once in the stomach. He succumbed to the injury at the scen...

A Nigerian woman is seeking help to locate her husband, Angel Odumodu, who has been missing since April 29. According to her posts on X, Odumodu left Port Harcourt to attend a friend's father's funeral in Owerri, Imo state, and then drove to Nnewi, Anambra state for a wedding. The distraught wife said their last conversation was at 10:50 am, where he mentioned he was on his way back to Port Harcourt from Nnewi. However, all efforts to reach him since then have been unsuccessful. The woman is clearly distraught, stating "Can't eat, can't sleep, can't focus on anything" as she awaits news of her husband's whereabouts. She has reported the matter to the police and is now turning to social media for help in locating her husband.

The Nigerian and UK nursing communities are mourning the sudden death of Nnena Miriam, a 32-year-old Nigerian-born nurse who was found dead in her Leeds apartment just days after returning from her traditional marriage introduction in Nigeria. Nnena had just returned from Nigeria, where she celebrated a joyful step toward matrimony. However, concern arose when she became unreachable after completing her Sunday shift on April 27, 2025. A close friend filed a missing person report, which tragically led to the discovery of her lifeless body by police.  Authorities say there were no immediate signs of foul play, though an autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death. Nnena's fiancé, who is still based in Nigeria, was reportedly preparing to join her in the UK for their upcoming wedding. Colleagues at the Leeds healthcare facility described Nnena as a "ray of light" and a professional who consistently went above and beyond for her patients. Tributes have flooded so...