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US targets religious persecutors in Nigeria as China reaffirms support for Tinubu’s leadership
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US targets religious persecutors in Nigeria as China reaffirms support for Tinubu’s leadership

The United States has announced plans to collaborate with Nigeria’s Federal Government to prosecute individuals responsible for religious persecution, following Nigeria’s designation as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC). Meanwhile, China has voiced strong support for President Bola Tinubu and condemned what it calls foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs.

95News11/5/2025
FG Rejects Trump’s ‘Country of Particular Concern’ Tag on Nigeria
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FG Rejects Trump’s ‘Country of Particular Concern’ Tag on Nigeria

The Nigerian government has strongly opposed its designation as a “country of particular concern” by the United States, a label tied to alleged violations of religious freedom. President Donald Trump reinstated Nigeria on the list in October 2025, citing persistent reports of persecution and violence against religious minorities. In response, Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the move as “unfair, outdated, and politically driven,” arguing that the country has made significant strides in promoting religious tolerance and protecting minority rights. The designation could affect bilateral relations and trigger sanctions under the U.S. International Religious Freedom Act.

95News11/1/2025
Samia Suluhu Hassan Clinches Tanzania Election in Landslide Amid Deadly Unrest
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Samia Suluhu Hassan Clinches Tanzania Election in Landslide Amid Deadly Unrest

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of the 2025 presidential election, claiming an overwhelming 97.66% of the vote. The victory follows a turbulent campaign marked by the jailing and disqualification of key opposition figures, a nationwide internet blackout, and deadly protests. Rights groups and opposition party Chadema report hundreds of civilian deaths due to security force crackdowns, while the government denies using excessive force. The election has drawn international concern, with the UN calling for transparency and restraint

95News11/1/2025