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Nigeria Balances Security Needs with Sovereignty in Response to U.S. Offer

Nigeria has stated that while it is open to receiving assistance from the United States in combating Islamist insurgents, such support must fully respect its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The announcement came after U.S. President Donald Trump warned of potential “fast” military action in Nigeria over what he described as the persecution of Christians in the country. Daniel Bwala, an adviser to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, emphasized that Nigeria welcomes international cooperation in its fight against terrorism but will not compromise its independence. “We welcome U.S. assistance as long as it recognises our territorial integrity,” Bwala said, adding that dialogue between the two nations could lead to stronger joint efforts against extremist groups. Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation with over 200 million people, has faced years of violence from Islamist insurgents, including Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). These groups have carried out dea...

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Canada and U.S. Commit to Strategic Economic and Security Talks

In a significant development, Canada and the United States have agreed to initiate comprehensive discussions aimed at redefining their economic and security relationship. This announcement follows a constructive phone call between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump. The talks are set to commence immediately after Canada's federal election on April 28.

Prime Minister Carney emphasized the importance of these negotiations, stating that they will focus on enhancing trade, security measures, and mutual cooperation. President Trump echoed these sentiments, describing the dialogue as "extremely productive" and expressing optimism about the future of bilateral relations.

The discussions will address pressing issues, including retaliatory tariffs and the modernization of trade agreements. Both leaders have pledged to prioritize the interests of their respective nations while fostering a collaborative approach to shared challenges.

This move marks a pivotal moment in Canada-U.S. relations, signaling a commitment to adapt to evolving global dynamics and strengthen their partnership for the years ahead.

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