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Extend Loan Scheme To Students Studying Abroad, Nigerians In UK Beg FG
Members of the Nigerian community in West Yorkshire, United Kingdom have pleaded with the federal government to extend its student loan scheme to Nigerians studying abroad.
They also urged the government to provide support for students regarding exchange rates and foreign exchange, ensuring that they have access to favourable rates and assistance in managing their financial needs.
Mr Tunmise Ajiboye, who represented the Nigerians in West Yorkshire, United Kingdom read the demand during a special occasion for the honour of the Acting Nigeria High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Cyprian Heen on Saturday night.
In his words, “Our community is a testament to the strength and resilience of the Nigerian spirit, thriving and contributing to the fabric of society wherever we go.
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“We are grateful to have with us tonight the esteemed Acting Nigeria High Commissioner, His Excellency Cyprian Heen, PhD. Your presence here is a symbol of the strong bond between Nigerians in the United Kingdom and the Government of Nigeria, and we are honoured to have the opportunity to engage with you and learn from your insights.
“Nigeria, with its vast resources, dynamic economy, and diverse population, plays a crucial role on the global stage. As Nigerians living in the diaspora, we are ambassadors of our homeland, carrying with us the values of hard work, determination, and community spirit that define us as a people.”
Mr Ajiboye continued “I stand before you today as a representative of Nigerians living here in the United Kingdom. We are gathered here not just as individuals seeking education and economic breakthroughs but as a collective voice demanding support and recognition from our government back home.
“We have chosen to seek greener pastures and we are often faced with numerous challenges and sacrifices along the way. Yet, despite the distance, our hearts remain connected to Nigeria, and our dreams are intertwined with the future of our homeland.
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“It is important for the Nigerian government to always factor in, Nigerians in the diaspora in all their policy formulation, planning, and execution for a productive sense of belonging and pace of development.”
He sought for “Diaspora voting; international passport renewal delivery by post in Nigeria and the diaspora; Support for the students in exchange rate and FX; Inclusion of Nigerians studying abroad in the proposed student loan programme of the federal government; and Lastly, provide a platform for Nigerians living abroad who may want their children to get Nigeria’s state of origin.”
The Nigerians, however, emphasised the importance of providing a platform for Nigerians abroad to obtain documentation regarding their children’s Nigerian state of origin, enabling them to maintain their connection to their heritage and access essential services.
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How Our Airstrikes Stopped Christmas Attacks In Nigeria — US Lawmaker
Riley Moore, a member of the United States House of Representatives from West Virginia’s 2nd District, has linked the absence of Christmas attacks in Nigeria this year to US military airstrikes carried out against Islamist militants on Christmas Day.
In a post on his official X account on Saturday, Moore contrasted the situation with the past two Christmas seasons, during which he claimed Christians were killed in attacks across parts of Nigeria.
The lawmaker noted that this year’s response targeted extremist groups instead of marking another period of violence.
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He added that US forces acted decisively against militants in coordination with the Nigerian government.
“For the past two Christmases, Christians have been murdered in Nigeria. This year, thanks to @POTUS, Radical Islamic Terrorists were on the receiving end of 12 Tomahawk missiles as a present.
“The successful strikes on ISIS, in coordination with the Nigerian government, are just the first step to secure the country and end the slaughter of our brothers and sisters in Christ,” Moore wrote.
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that American forces had conducted deadly strikes against Islamic State terrorists in north-western Nigeria.
Trump, who spoke via his Truth Social platform, warned that more attacks would follow if the militants continued killing Christians, adding that the Department of War executed numerous “perfect strikes.”
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U.S. Lawmaker Reacts To Nigeria, U.S. Airstrikes
United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has stated that President Donald Trump is determined to put an end to the killing of Christians in Nigeria, warning that further action may follow if the violence persists.
Moore made the statement on Friday via his official X handle.
According to the lawmaker, the strike represents the first step in addressing what he described as the ongoing slaughter of Christians and the broader security crisis affecting Nigerians across religious and ethnic lines.
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“President Trump has been clear that the killing of Christians in Nigeria must end,” he said.
He that the administration’s resolve on the matter should not be underestimated.
“As I stated at the outset: Do not test President Trump‘s resolved in this matter.
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“Tonight’s strike in coordination with the Nigerian government is just the first step to ending the slaughter of Christians and the security crisis affecting all Nigerians,” he said.
He stressed that the operation signals a stronger stance by the United States in support of Nigeria’s efforts to tackle terrorism and violent extremism, noting that further measures could be taken if the situation does not improve.
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US Dept Of War Shares Video Of Air Strikes In Nigeria
A video footage of the US military air strikes in Nigeria has emerged.
The video was released by the US Department of War following its air strikes against terrorists in Sokoto.
Earlier, the US secretary of War, Pete Hegseth had confirmed that military air strikes hit terrorists in Nigerians, saying it was deadly.
Later on, the US. African Command, confirmed that it conducted the attacks described as very deadly by President Donald Trump.
Trump said he was only keeping the promise he made earlier last month to strike the terrorists he believes are killing innocent Christians.
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Although described as powerful and deadly, the casualty caused by the attack is yet to be released.
Explaining further, security expert, Brant Philip, said the strikes may have been launched “from the USS Paul Ignatius, using a Tomahawk missile.”
The Nigerian government through its ministry of foreign affairs has also confirmed that the strikes were successful.
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