Tech billionaire, Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump have shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development tasked with humanitarian relief overseas after they agreed the organization was ‘beyond repair’. Musk, the head of Trump’s government efficiency initiative, reviewed the government agency with Trump’s go-ahead and decided to shut down the U.S. Agency for …
President Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico for one month after talks with Mexican president
US President Donald Trump has announced he is pausing U.S. tariffs targeting imports from Mexico for a month after the country’s president Claudia Sheinbaum agreed to send 10,000 troops to the U.S.-Mexico border to combat the flow of fentanyl. Mr. Trump wrote on Truth Social on Monday, January 3, that he and Mexican President Claudia …
“A Big Cost-Cutter” — Trump Praises Elon Musk’s Role in Government Efficiency
US President Donald Trump has hailed billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk for his role in reducing government spending, calling him a “big cost-cutter” in a recent interview. Musk, who serves as co-commissioner of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been instrumental in trimming the federal budget. His appointment followed his vocal support for …
EU leaders vow to fight back if Trump imposes tariffs
The European Union has pledged a unified response after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose import tariffs on the EU, declaring on Sunday, February 2, that such tariffs are “definitely happening.” Ahead of an informal meeting focused on security issues, European leaders expressed their determination to counter U.S. tariff measures, should they materialize. …
Former Bournemouth player Jordan Chiedozie is in critical condition after a roadside accident.
English-born Nigerian footballer Jordan Chiedozie is fighting for his life after being struck by a car while checking a flat tyre. The 30-year-old, son of ex-Tottenham winger John Okechukwu Chiedozie, is currently in a coma following the devastating accident. He plays for Bashley FC in the Southern League I. Chiedozie and club physio Reighan Taylor …
Ramaphosa to Trump: ‘South Africa Does Not Belong to You—Leave Us Alone’
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has hit back at former U.S. President Donald Trump for his decision to cut funding to South Africa over allegations of land confiscation. Trump, in a statement on Truth Social, announced that he would halt all future U.S. funding to South Africa, citing claims that the nation was unfairly seizing …
Court sacks Ohinoyi of Ebira land
Justice Salisu Umar of a Kogi State High Court sitting in Lokoja, the state capital, has sacked the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Alhaji Ahmed Muhammed Tijani Anaje, from the royal stool. Recall that Anaje was appointed as Ohinoyi of Ebira Land by the former governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, in January 2024. However, in …
President Trump ends deportation protections for 300,000 Venezuelans in the US
The Trump administration has revoked deportation protections for more than 300,000 Venezuelans living in the United States, adding to the uncertainty for many who were already affected by a previous decision to cancel an extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The move comes just days after Trump’s administration reversed an 18-month extension of TPS that …
Shakira Celebrates Grammy Win with Rare Appearance of Sons, Nearly Three Years After Piqué Split
Shakira shared a heartwarming moment with her two sons at the 2025 Grammy Awards, marking a rare public appearance for the young boys. The 48-year-old global superstar, best known for hits like Hips Don’t Lie, took home the award for Best Latin Pop Album for her latest release, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, at the …
Trump Halts Aid to South Africa Over Alleged ‘Horrible Things’
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to cut future financial aid to South Africa, citing concerns over land confiscation and alleged mistreatment of certain groups. In a social media post, Trump stated that funding would be suspended “until a full investigation of this situation has been completed.” Speaking to the press, he claimed …