Americans want me to run again – Trump
Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Americans want him to run for a third term, a move prohibited by the U.S. Constitution. “People are asking me to run,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office when asked about the possibility. He added, “I don’t know. I never looked into it. They do say there’s […]
US Defence Secretary: Trump’s Peace Effort ‘Not a Betrayal’ of Ukraine
US Secretary of Defence, Pete Hegseth, defended President Donald Trump’s call for peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that it was “certainly not a betrayal” of Ukraine. Hegseth argued that peace would require both sides to make uncomfortable concessions. Trump’s announcement on Wednesday to initiate peace talks caught Ukraine and European allies off […]
FG Congratulates Donald Trump on Inauguration as U.S. President
The Federal Government of Nigeria has congratulated Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. The message, conveyed through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, highlighted the long-standing and historic relationship between Nigeria and the U.S., particularly in areas such as governance, sustainable development, and the fight against […]
Donald Trump Sworn in as 47th U.S. President
Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, beginning a new four-year term with Vice President J.D. Vance. The former president immediately enacted a series of executive orders aimed at reversing several policies implemented by his predecessor, Joe Biden. Among the most significant actions, Trump withdrew the United States from […]
Trump focuses on ending the Russia-Ukraine war
United States President-elect Donald Trump has identified the Ukraine crisis as his top priority upon taking office next month. In an interview with French magazine Paris Match, Trump described the conflict between Ukraine and Russia as a critical issue, highlighting the heavy casualties on both sides with hundreds of thousands of soldiers killed. While acknowledging […]
Trump Threatens Trade War on China, Canada and Mexico
China and Mexico strongly criticized President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday following his threats of a trade war targeting the U.S.’s top economic partners. Trump announced plans for steep import tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China via social media, tying the measures to his demands for a halt to illegal immigration and drug smuggling into the […]
Obama on Trump’s Win: “Not the outcome we had hoped for”
Former U.S. President Barack Obama expressed disappointment over Donald Trump’s electoral victory, emphasizing the importance of a peaceful transfer of power. Obama’s statement contrasts with Trump’s refusal to concede defeat in 2020, which led to the violent January 6 Capitol attack. In his remarks on Wednesday, Obama said, “This is obviously not the outcome we […]
World Leaders praise Trump as he claims US Election Victory
As former President Donald Trump claimed victory in the US election over Kamala Harris, world leaders quickly responded with congratulatory messages, while financial markets surged in reaction to his win. Here are some of the early reactions, though the election result has yet to be formally confirmed: IsraelPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu celebrated Trump’s return, calling […]
US election: Trump at 266 electoral votes, Harris at 195
Early Wednesday, former Republican President Donald Trump appeared close to securing a new term in the White House, needing only a few more electoral votes to defeat Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. According to projections by major US media outlets, Trump has won in more than half of the 50 states, including three crucial battlegrounds: […]
US Presidential Election: Trump, Harris in dead heat
As the U.S. presidential election approaches, international and domestic issues are heating up debates. Globally, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war sees the U.S. and NATO supporting Ukraine, while Russia is backed by China, Iran, and North Korea. Meanwhile, Africa, especially Francophone regions, is increasingly critical of the U.S., and the BRICS group is emerging as a […]
