Foreign Affairs

Feb
17
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links (See Names)

US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links (See Names)

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Security, World News
US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links (See Names) The United States has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians on suspicion of having ties to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, ISIL, and Boko Haram. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) at the US Treasury published a more than 3,000-page report over the weekend that included those who had been sanctioned for offences relating to cybercrime and other security risks. The announcement follows the US Congress’s recent proposals to freeze assets and bar visas for Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the former governor…
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Feb
17
2026
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Trump Tells Hamas To Proceed With ‘Full, Immediate’ Disarmament

Trump Tells Hamas To Proceed With ‘Full, Immediate’ Disarmament

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Security, World News
Trump Tells Hamas To Proceed With ‘Full, Immediate’ Disarmament US President Donald Trump on Sunday urged Hamas to move forward with disarmament under his plan for postwar Gaza, and said members of his so-called “Board of Peace” had pledged $5 billion to the Palestinian territory’s reconstruction. “Very importantly, Hamas must uphold its commitment to Full and Immediate Demilitarisation,” Trump said in a post on his Truth Social platform, ahead of a February 19 meeting of the board in Washington. Disarmament is a key part in the second phase of the US-brokered ceasefire plan sealed in October between Israel and the…
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Feb
09
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
US Africa Command Visits President Tinubu In Abuja

US Africa Command Visits President Tinubu In Abuja

FGN, Foreign Affairs, International, Security
US Africa Command Visits President Tinubu In Abuja A high-level delegation from the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday, in what appears to be a sign of strengthened bilateral ties on security and regional stability. The meeting featured key U.S. military and diplomatic figures, including Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, Keith Heffern; AFRICOM Commander, General Dagvin Anderson; Senior Foreign Policy Adviser to AFRICOM, Ambassador Peter Vrooman; and Command Sergeant Major Garric M. Banfield, the Command Senior Enlisted Leader of AFRICOM. Special Assistant…
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Feb
06
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
‘Very Respected Woman’, Trump Praises Remi Tinubu At US Prayer Breakfast

‘Very Respected Woman’, Trump Praises Remi Tinubu At US Prayer Breakfast

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Religion
‘Very Respected Woman’, Trump Praises Remi Tinubu At US Prayer Breakfast U.S. President Donald Trump has praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing her as a “very respected woman” during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C on Thursday. Trump made the remarks while addressing participants at the faith-based gathering, which was attended by political and civic leaders from across the world. His comments highlighted Mrs Tinubu’s influence and stature, drawing applause from the audience. In his address, Trump recognised the Nigerian First Lady’s role as a pastor in one of Nigeria’s largest churches and referenced her pastoral background.…
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Feb
02
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
South Africa Disconnects Power Supply To Nigerian High Commission Over Unpaid Bills

South Africa Disconnects Power Supply To Nigerian High Commission Over Unpaid Bills

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Presidency
South Africa Disconnects Power Supply To Nigerian High Commission Over Unpaid Bills The city of Tshwane in South Africa disconnected electricity supply to the High Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria over unpaid utility bills, before later restoring power after the debt was settled. The development was disclosed by the Executive Mayor of the City of Tshwane, Dr. Nasiphi Moya, in a post on X. “#TshwaneYaTima: We’ve disconnected electricity at the High Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. They owe the city for utility services,” Moya wrote. The disconnection of power to Nigeria’s diplomatic mission sparked reactions online,…
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Jan
17
2026
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President Museveni Wins Seventh Term Election, Extends 40-Year Rule In Uganda

President Museveni Wins Seventh Term Election, Extends 40-Year Rule In Uganda

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Politics
President Museveni Wins Seventh Term Election, Extends 40-Year Rule In Uganda President Yoweri Museveni has been declared the winner of Thursday’s election extending his four decades in power by another five years. He gained 72% of the vote, the election commission announced, against 25% for his closest challenger Bobi Wine, who has condemned what he described as “fake results”. Wine has called on Ugandans to hold non-violent protests. Museveni, 81, first came to power as a rebel leader in 1986 but since then has won seven elections. The election process was marred by violence and Wine, a 43-year-old former pop…
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Dec
17
2025
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US Adds Nigeria To List Of Countries Facing Partial Travel Restrictions

US Adds Nigeria To List Of Countries Facing Partial Travel Restrictions

Foreign Affairs, Immigration, News Flash
US Adds Nigeria To List Of Countries Facing Partial Travel Restrictions President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a Proclamation further restricting entry to the United States for nationals from countries deemed high-risk due to “demonstrated, persistent, and severe deficiencies in screening, vetting, and information-sharing” that threaten U.S. national security and public safety. Among the 15 additional countries newly subject to partial restrictions is Nigeria. The announcement comes directly from the White House website, in a fact sheet titled “President Donald J. Trump Further Restricts and Limits the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States”, issued…
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Dec
09
2025
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France President, Macron Offers To Help Tinubu Tackle Insecurity

France President, Macron Offers To Help Tinubu Tackle Insecurity

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Presidency, Security
France President, Macron Offers To Help Tinubu Tackle Insecurity France President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his country’s solidarity with Nigeria as the country confronts a range of security challenges, particularly the persistent threat of terrorism in the North. In a statement on his X handle yesterday after speaking with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Macron said he reaffirmed France’s readiness to intensify cooperation with Nigeria in response to the rising security concerns. “I spoke with President Tinubu of Nigeria, @officialABAT. I conveyed France’s solidarity in the face of the various security challenges, particularly the terrorist threat in the North,” Macron said.…
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Dec
09
2025
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UN Reacts To Millitary Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes

UN Reacts To Millitary Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Security
UN Reacts To Military Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes The United Nations, regional powers and neighbouring Nigeria have thrown their weight behind President Patrice Talon after an attempted military takeover in Benin Republic was swiftly crushed. UN Secretary-General António Guterres, in a statement issued through his office, said he was deeply worried by the move to “unconstitutionally seize power” in the West African nation, warning that any attempt to derail democratic governance in Benin could further destabilise an already fragile region. Guterres called for strict adherence to the rule of law and Benin’s constitution, stressing that democratic institutions…
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Dec
04
2025
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US To Impose Visa Restrictions On Nigerians Responsible For Christian Genocide

US To Impose Visa Restrictions On Nigerians Responsible For Christian Genocide

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Religion, Security
US To Impose Visa Restrictions On Nigerians Responsible For Christian Genocide The US government has introduced a new policy which allows it to impose a visa ban on people considered responsible for the attack on Nigerian Christians. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the US State Department said the policy allows it to deny visas to those who have directed, authorised, supported, participated in, or carried out abuses targeting people based on faith. The US government said the policy was being implemented under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Through the new policy, family members of affected persons…
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