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‘Ɗangote beats U.S, ships ₦757bn jet fuel to Europe’ – Report

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Dangote beats U.S

The Ɗangote Petroleum Refinery exported an estimated 466,000 metric tonnes of aviation fuel to Europe in June, with the shipment valued at about ₦757 billion, surpassing the United States to become the continent’s largest supplier during the month. The latest export figures mark Nigeria’s highest monthly jet fuel shipment to Europe since the country became a net exporter of aviation fuel in 2024 following the commencement of production at the Ɗangote Refinery. Market data compiled by S&P Global Commodity Insights showed that Nigerian jet fuel exports to Europe doubled from…

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“U.S to monitor, pay close attention to 2027 election” – U.S Congressman

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US lawmaker

The administration of Donald Trump will closely monitor Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, according to U.S. Congressman Riley Moore, who said Washington will pay “very close attention” to how the polls are conducted. Moore made the remarks during an interview, saying both he and the Trump administration would closely observe the conduct and outcome of the elections as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 polls. He said: “We’re certainly going to be watching these results, and how these elections unfold and how they’re executed. That’s something that myself and…

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US @ 250: ‘Independence Day parade cancelled over extreme heat concerns’ – LibertyTVR reports from Washington, DC

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LibertyTVR reports US Independence Day

Organisers of the annual Independence Day Parade in Washington, DC, have announced the cancellation of this year’s event due to dangerously high temperatures affecting the United States capital region. The parade, which was scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, was called off following warnings from weather authorities about life-threatening heat conditions. The US National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the District of Columbia and surrounding areas, forecasting heat index values ranging from…

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U.S Commission accuses Nigeria of “tolerating” religious violence

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U.S on 9ja insecurity

…Says authorities fail to prosecute killers The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has accused the Nigerian federal and state governments of tolerating religious violence and failing to adequately investigate or prosecute perpetrators responsible for attacks across the country. In its 2026 annual report, the commission said religious freedom conditions in Nigeria “remained abysmal” throughout 2025, alleging that authorities “continued to tolerate, inadequately respond to or investigate, or otherwise fail to pursue justice for religious violence by non-state actors.” The report stated that several armed groups continued to…

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‘Atiku to take Nigeria’s crisis to U.S.’

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Atiku to U.S.

…Says nation facing ‘full-blown internal crisis’ Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has sounded a grave warning over what he describes as Nigeria’s rapid descent into chaos, declaring that the country is facing a full-blown internal crisis marked by worsening insecurity, economic hardship, and failing democratic institutions. In a statement issued yesterday by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku said his upcoming visit to the United States will focus squarely on drawing global attention to Nigeria’s deteriorating condition. “Nigeria is facing a full-blown internal crisis, one that can no longer be downplayed,…

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U.S begins visa ban on religious freedom violators in Nigeria

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US begins visa ban

The United States has begun enforcing visa restrictions on individuals accused of violating religious freedom in Nigeria, signaling a tougher posture from Washington over allegations of persecution.  U.S Principal Adviser for global religious freedom, Mark Walker, confirmed that the policy, first announced in December by US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio is now being implemented, targeting individuals who “knowingly direct, authorise, fund, support, or carry out violations of religious freedom”. Rubio had framed the measure as part of what he described as decisive action against “atrocities and violence against Christians”…

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“US threats against Iran’s population unacceptable” – Pope Leo

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Pope Leo on US Iran's threats

Pope Leo has said that threats ​against the population of Iran are “unacceptable,” in an unusual appeal hours ‌after U.S. President, Donald Trump said “a whole civilization will die tonight”, in a social media post that shocked world leaders. The Pope, who has ​emerged as an outspoken critic of the Iran war, yesterday said: “Today, as we all know, there was this threat against the entire ​people of Iran, and this is truly unacceptable”. “There are certainly issues ⁠here of international law, but even more than that, it is a…

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Terrorism: US deploys drones, troops to Nigeria for intelligence support

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US deploys drones, troops

The United States has deployed several MQ-9 drones and around 200 troops to Nigeria to assist in the fight against Islamist militants, US and Nigerian officials told Reuters news agency. According to US officials, the troops are not embedded with Nigerian frontline units, and the drones are strictly focused on intelligence-gathering, with no airstrikes being conducted. Previously, the US operated a $100 million drone base in neighbouring Niger, with roughly 1,000 troops monitoring militant activity across the Sahel. The facility was closed in 2024 after Niger’s military government ordered US…

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Muslim group accuses US, Israel of backing separatism in Nigeria

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Muslim group accusesUS, Israel

…Warns of civil war risk The Executive Chairman of the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC), Disu Kamor, has alleged that the United States and Israel are pursuing a “divide and conquer” strategy aimed at destabilizing Nigeria by exploiting ethnic and religious tensions. In a strongly-worded opinion article published yesterday, Kamor argued that foreign powers are increasingly amplifying separatist narratives and misinformation that could deepen divisions in the country and potentially trigger widespread conflict. Central to the argument is the role of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a group banned…

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U.S. Embassy, Abuja issues terror threat alert for its citizens 

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U.S. Embassy issues terror alert

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert warning of a potential terrorist threat against U.S. diplomatic facilities and affiliated schools across Nigeria. The advisory, released on March 9, 2026, urged Americans in the country to heighten vigilance and take precautionary measures. According to the alert, possible targets include the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, the Consulate in Lagos, and U.S.-affiliated educational institutions. While no specific locations or groups were named, the embassy recommended varying travel routes and schedules, remaining aware of surroundings, avoiding predictable patterns, and reviewing security…

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