Tag: US Govt.

Terrorism, security risks: US imposes partial travel ban on Nigerians

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US travel ban

…Suspends key visa categories The United States (U.S) government has announced fresh travel restrictions on Nigerians, escalating diplomatic strain between Washington and Abuja, amid renewed security concerns and allegations of persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Under the new policy approved by President Donald Trump’s administration, Nigerian nationals are barred from entering the US as immigrants or as non-immigrants on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M and J visas. The suspension affects travel for business, tourism, academic studies, vocational training and exchange programmes. The White House confirmed the decision in a proclamation…

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“Use technology for enhanced human security” – US urges FG

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US urges FG

The United States Embassy in Abuja has urged the Nigerian government to make effective use of technology in promoting security and human safety all over the country. The embassys Senior Regional Security Officer, Bradley Markwald made this call during the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of ASIS International, Chapter 273, which was held in Abuja on Tuesday. Speaking on the topic: Leveraging Technology for Enhancing National Security in Nigeria, Markwald explained that the countrys vast population, rich resources, and expansive geography present both significant challenges and unique opportunities for safeguarding…

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US govt. tells court ‘Tinubu is CIA asset’

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US govt. tells court

Says Nigerians have no right to access Presidents past records In a recent ruling by the United States (US) District Court for the District of Columbia, American intelligence agencies asserted that Nigerians have no right to unfiltered access to information regarding President Bola Tinubus past, particularly concerning alleged drug trafficking investigations. The case, which has sparked controversy, centres around requests for full disclosure from the CIA, FBI, and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on records tied to Tinubu. According to reports, this development stems from a motion filed by Nigerian journalist,…

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Insecurity: US govt. approves N413bn military arms sale to Nigeria

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The United States (US) government has approved the sale of military equipment worth an estimated $997 million (about N413bn) to Nigeria. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the US department of defence, the weapons include 12 attack helicopters, 2,000 advanced precision kill weapon system guidance sections, and night vision imaging system. The approval comes after months of back and forth on the matter, with the US initially reported to have denied Nigerias request over human rights concerns. It said the weapons include 12 attack helicopters, 2,000 advanced precision-kill-weapon…

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