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US detains former Ghana finance minister Ofori-Atta

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly called ICE, has arrested Kenneth Ofori-Atta, the former finance minister of Ghana, over issues related to his legal status in the United States.…

Anupuoaku January 8, 2026

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US strikes Venezuela capital, Maduro captured — Trump

President Donald Trump said on Saturday that US forces had taken Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro into custody after carrying out a “large scale strike” on the South American nation. “The…

Anupuoaku January 3, 2026

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Akon Detained by Police in the US

Authorities in Georgia, United States, have confirmed the arrest of Senegalese-American singer Akon after an outstanding warrant triggered a police alert in the city of Chamblee. According to officials, officers…

Anupuoaku November 13, 2025

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Madagascar under military rule after colonel takes control

Madagascar prepared for military rule on Wednesday after an elite army unit seized control following President Andry Rajoelina’s impeachment, pledging to organize elections within two years as the international community…

Anupuoaku October 15, 2025

International

Five People Hospitalized Following Helicopter Crash at U.S. Beach Parking Lot

Five people were hospitalized after a helicopter crash occurred in Huntington Beach, California, on Saturday afternoon. According to city officials, the aircraft went down around 2 p.m. local time in…

Anupuoaku October 12, 2025

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Trump Confirms US Will Supply Patriot Air Defense Systems to Ukraine

President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the United States will send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine in response to the ongoing Russian invasion, as tensions between him and…

Anupuoaku July 14, 2025

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President Donald Trump will attend Club World Cup final

President Donald Trump of the United States has confirmed he will be present at Sunday’s FIFA Club World Cup final, which is set to take place at MetLife Stadium in…

Anupuoaku July 9, 2025

International

UAE Announces Tougher Travel Conditions for Nigerians, Including Transit Visa Ban

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has enforced tougher travel measures targeting Nigerians, which now include a halt on transit visa applications and newly introduced conditions for tourist visa seekers. These…

Anupuoaku July 9, 2025

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United States Reduces Visa Duration for Nigerians to 3 Months

The United States Department of State has made a change to its non-immigrant visa rules for Nigerian nationals. In a statement released by the US Embassy in Abuja on Tuesday,…

Anupuoaku July 9, 2025

International

USA President Donald Trump Receives Multiple Nominations for Nobel Peace Prize

USA President, Donald Trump has received multiple nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize. The Republican Congressman, Buddy Carter nominated Trump for brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, citing Trump’s…

Anupuoaku July 8, 2025

International

Elon Musk’s Political Party Plan Sends Tesla Shares Down 7% Before Open

Elon Musk’s Political Party Announcement Triggers 7% Drop in Tesla Shares Over the weekend, Musk announced on social media that his envisioned political group could focus on winning “just 2…

Anupuoaku July 7, 2025