The United States, US has commended the Nigerian military, and the armed forces of Chad, Niger, and Cameroon for the gains they have made fighting Boko Haram insurgents in the sub-region. A statement issued by John Kirby, US Department of State Spokesperson said the US encouraged the Nigeria government to take more tactical steps to…
US Envoy Says Free Press Promotes Healthy Democracy
Jeffrey Hawkins, United States Consul General has emphasized the relevance of free and independent press to healthy democracy in Nigeria.“We all know that a free press is essential to a healthy democracy. Not only during elections but every day, every week, every month, and every year the news media must remain focused and engaged.”This he said…
US, Nigeria Partner To Fight Bird Flu
As part of moves to prevent further spread of bird flu in Nigeria, the United States, US has through its Agency for International Development, USAID, sponsored the training of relevant stakeholders on how best to control the disease in the country. Apart from a similar workshop held in Kano State recently, about 160 people from…
US Hosts 3-Day Anti-Extremism Summit
A three-day summit on countering violent extremism has commenced in the United States. Representatives from around the world are attending the gathering, which follows shooting incidents in Denmark, France and Australia. At the commencement of the summit, Joe Biden, US Vice President said it was imperative to engage with immigrants who may be radicalised because…
2015 Grammy: New Artists Sweep Major Awards
It was without a doubt the night for new comers and upcoming artists at the 57th Grammy Awards, which took place at Los Angeles, US on Sunday, February 8. There were surprising wins for some artists like music stars, Sam Smith and Beck. Sam Smith, a new artist, took home the major awards of the…
Ukraine: US May Extend Sanctions On Russia
United States Treasury Secretary, Jacob Lew, has said that the U.S. may extend sanctions on Russia because of the increasing violence in east Ukraine. Lew, who spoke during a visit to Kiev, Ukraine, said the U.S. would consider “further restrictive measures” on Russia’s government. In the last one week, pro-Russian separatists have pushed back Ukrainian…
US, Cuba To Restore Diplomatic Ties After 50 Years
The United States and Cuba have agreed to resolve and restore diplomatic ties that have been severed for more than 50 years ago. Barack Obama, President of the United States has called for an end to the long economic embargo against Cuba, its old Cold War enemy. “Today the US is changing its relationship with…
Early Puberty and Risk of Depression
Youngsters who enter puberty early are at increased risk of depression, a new study suggests. Early puberty is linked with a number of factors associated with depression, such as poor self-image and high anxiety levels, according to the researchers. Early puberty was also linked to social problems, such as conflict with family and peers as…
Cocoa Production Still A Family Enterprise In Nigeria –US
The United States, US says it is worried by the fact that cocoa production is still raised by hand, not by machine, and remains a very labor-intensive commodity to produce in Nigeria. The US said despite the physical labor involved in the production of Cocoa in the West African country, farmers are realising very limited…
US Amends Visa Application Process
For Nigerians hoping to visit the United States, the visa application process has been slightly modified. And for visa applicants from the south-south zone, this change is particularly good news. The US has opened a new passport collection centre in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital. In a briefing she held simultaneously with journalists in Abuja…
