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Nigeria imposes $15 daily fine For Visa Overstaying from August 1
Nigeria Introduces Stricter Immigration Penalties and New Expatriate Administration System
The Nigerian Federal Government has announced a series of stringent immigration regulations, including harsher penalties for expatriates who overstay their visas. Effective August 1, those who remain in the country … Continue Reading
Islamic cleric Advocates death penalty for whoever changes religion
Islamic Cleric Calls for Death Penalty for Apostates, Sparks Controversy
In a provocative statement on his official Facebook page, Dr. Ibrahim Jalingo, the National Chairman of the Council of Ulama, has endorsed the death penalty for Muslims who abandon … Continue Reading
US to begin screening immigration applicants’ social media
USCIS Expands Grounds for Immigration Denials to Include Antisemitic Activity on Social Media
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a significant policy shift on Wednesday, now considering antisemitic activity on social media as grounds for denying immigration applications… Continue Reading
5 countries With Easy visa Requirements For Nigerians
Navigating Visa Challenges: Five Countries with Accessible Entry Requirements for Nigerians
The journey to obtaining a visa can often be a daunting and intricate process for many Nigerians. The time-consuming nature of these applications is compounded by strict restrictions, particularly … Continue Reading
JAPA: Nigeria loses 14,815 nurses & midwives to UK
Nigerian Nurses and Midwives in High Demand in the UK: 14,815 Licensed Since 2017
According to reports, a substantial 14,815 Nigerian-trained nurses and midwives have been granted licenses to practice in the United Kingdom between 2017 and September 2024. This … Continue Reading
JAPA: Nigeria loses $366 million as 16,000 doctors move abroad
Over 16,000 Nigerian Doctors Have Migrated Abroad in Recent Years, Warns Health Minister
Prof. Muhammad Pate, Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, revealed that more than 16,000 doctors have left the country over the past five to seven … Continue Reading
Niger Declares Hausa as New Official Language, Dumps French
Niger Declares Hausa as New National Language in Shift from Colonial Legacy
Niger’s military government has officially designated Hausa as the nation’s new national language, marking a significant departure from its colonial history, which heavily featured French. This landmark decision … Continue Reading
Air Peace introduces new boarding procedure For Travellers
Air Peace Unveils New Boarding System for Enhanced Travel Experience
In a bid to elevate the travel experience for its passengers, Air Peace has announced a new boarding protocol that prioritizes military personnel, passengers requiring assistance, and business-class travelers. This … Continue Reading
Nigerian Chess Master Tunde Onakoya celebrates adopted son’s Win in US
Nigerian Chess Champion Tunde Onakoya Celebrates Brothers’ Success Story
Tunde Onakoya, a renowned chess champion from Nigeria and the founder of the Chess in Slums initiative, recently shared a poignant tale about two brothers he adopted following their mother’s … Continue Reading
Saudi Arabia didn’t ban Nigerian travellers & pilgrims, FG Clarifies
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Addresses False Entry Ban Rumors Regarding Saudi Arabia
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially dismissed widespread rumors regarding an entry ban affecting the country set to begin on April 13, 2025. In a … Continue Reading