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FULL LIST: 5 Donald Trump executive orders that may reshape Nigeria, Africa’s future

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FULL LIST: 5 Donald Trump executive orders that may reshape Nigeria, Africa’s future. Africa, grappling with fragile health systems, could face heightened vulnerabilities in combating diseases and emergencies. On his first day as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders that have sparked international debate and have significant implications for Africa. 1. Suspension of Foreign Assistance Programmes In  a move set to affect billions in development aid, Trump signed an order freezing all US foreign assistance for 90 days. The review aims to ensure these funds align with his administration’s foreign policy priorities. “The foreign aid industry and bureaucracy are not aligned with American interests and, in many cases, are antithetical to American values,” Trump’s order stated. The US, a major donor to Africa, allocated $3.7 billion in assistance for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. Mark Bohlund, a senior analyst at RE...