Nigerian-American Los Angeles Lawyer, Paulinus Okoronkwo, sentenced to 87 months in Prison for $2.1 Million Bribe
Los Angeles-area lawyer, Paulinus Iheanacho Okoronkwo, 58, a.k.a. “Pollie,” of Rancho Cucamonga, has been sentenced by the United States District Judge John F. Walter, to 87 months in federal prison.…
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Namibia’s visa reforms target U.S. citizens citing need for reciprocity
In a bold step toward promoting fairness and reciprocity in global travel, the Namibian government has announced a significant visa policy shift targeting U.S. citizens. Effective immediately, Americans must now…
Harvard University rejects Trump’s funding conditions
(CBSN) — Harvard University announced Monday, April 14, 2025, that it will not accept a proposed agreement from the Trump administration that would tie continued federal funding to sweeping reforms…
U.S.: Columbia student activist Mohsen Mahdawi detained by DHS at citizenship interview
(Reuters) — Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian student involved in pro-Palestinian activism at Columbia University, was detained by federal agents on Monday when he arrived for a citizenship interview in Vermont,…
Apple leads global smartphone market in Q1, driven by strong sales in India and Japan
(Reuters) — Apple Inc. (AAPL.O) claimed the top spot in global smartphone sales for the first quarter of 2025, fueled by the successful launch of the iPhone 16e and robust…
U.S. stocks climb on tech boost as tariff exemptions lift Apple’s shares
NEW YORK (Reuters) — U.S. stocks ended higher on Monday, April 14, 2025, led by gains in technology shares after the White House announced exemptions for smartphones and computers from…
U.S. federal workers accept Trump-Musk’s buyout offer
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — A growing number of U.S. federal employees are accepting a second round of buyout offers initiated under President Donald Trump and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk’s effort to…
Bukele Refuses to Return Mistakenly Deported Man, Echoes Trump’s Terrorism Claims
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele said Monday April 14, 2025 he would not return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man mistakenly deported from the U.S., despite a U.S.…
Gabon’s coup leader Brice Oligui Nguema wins presidential election with over 90% vote
LIBREVILLE (Reuters) - Brice Oligui Nguema, who seized power in a military coup last August, has won Gabon's presidential election with a sweeping 90.35% of the vote, according to provisional…
Nigeria’s gas-led energy transition gains global momentum with $5 billion investment surge
Nigeria’s gas-led energy transition is attracting significant global attention, with over $5 billion in new investments recorded in 2024 alone, according to the Nigerian Gas Association (NGA). Speaking at a…
Nigeria secures $1 billion SINOMACH investment to drive sugar self-sufficiency
Nigeria has secured a $1 billion investment from Chinese industrial giant SINOMACH as part of a strategic partnership aimed at boosting the country’s self-sufficiency in sugar production. The investment, formalized…
U.S. imposes strict registration rule for foreign nationals staying over 30 days
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a sweeping new immigration rule requiring all foreign nationals residing in the United States for more than 30 days to register…
Nigeria: FG responds to U.S. court ruling on release of Tinubu-related files
The Federal Government of Nigeria has responded to reports that a U.S. District Court ordered top American anti-drug agencies to release documents relating to a purported federal investigation involving President…
CBN reports higher loan defaults among big firms in Q1 2025
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised concerns over increasing loan defaults among Large Private Non-Financial Corporations (PNFCs) and Other Financial Corporations (OFCs), according to its Credit Conditions Survey…
Nigeria: NIS launches contactless biometric passport application in four more countries
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has extended the second phase of its contactless biometric passport application system to the United States, Brazil, Jamaica, and Mexico. This development was announced in…
Tanzania disqualifies main opposition party CHADEMA from 2025 elections
DAR ES SALAAM, (Reuters) Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), has been disqualified from participating in the 2025 general elections after failing to sign the Electoral…
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