Russia’s President, Vladimir Putin has warned his US counterpart Joe Biden that imposing new sanctions over Ukraine could lead to a complete breakdown in relations. The Russian President who gave the warning in a phone call with Joe Biden, said such sanctions would be a big mistake. President Biden in his response, told Putin that the US…
United States athletes will not be taking part in the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in the Chinese city of Beijing. The move is in protest by the US government over allegations of human rights abuses by the Chinese government, including alleged genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang. However; the Chinese government has threatened to retaliate the…
A man accused of ramming a car into Christmas parade-goers in Wisconsin on Sunday is to be charged with six deaths after another victim died. Darrell Brooks wept as he was arraigned in court with five counts of intentional homicide. Prosecutors said further charges would be filed. Police say Brooks drove in a zig-zag pattern to hit…
The Secretary of State of the United States, Antony Blinken, has arrived in Abuja and has held a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari. During the meeting, President Buhari and his visitor discussed issues of insecurity, particularly, the activities of terrorists in the northern part of Nigeria. Secretary Blinken also held meetings with Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and…
The United States has welcomed the conclusion of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry with the submission of its final report. The US said that the EndSARS protest and events that took place near the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020 led to serious allegations against some members of the security forces. The US says…
The United States has vowed sanctions, including visa restrictions on anyone and their families instigating violence in the November 6th Anambra State governorship election. The US said it will be paying close attention to the electoral process in the state and looks forward to a peaceful and transparent poll that will reflect the will of the people.…