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Jason Utitofon Jackson: How a Nigerian Child Preacher Became First Black Mayor of the Borough of Islington, UK
As Nigerians celebrate the new mayor of the Borough of Islington in the UK, Jason Utitofon Jackson, who is a Nigerian-born native of Ika Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State, for making history as the first Nigerian-born politician to … Continue Reading
Know Before You Go: Restricted Foods for Nigerians Flying to the UK
Nigerian Travelers to the UK: Understanding Food Import Restrictions
As Nigerian culture places significant value on food, many travelers looking to visit the UK often wish to bring along their cherished local delicacies. However, due to strict import regulations, not … Continue Reading
‘Demons From Nigeria After Me’ – UK Court Blocks Deportation Of Nigerian Over Witchcraft Fears
UK Court Blocks Deportation of Nigerian Criminal, Citing Mental Health Risks and Threat of Persecution Over Witchcraft Beliefs
A Nigerian man convicted of armed robbery and drug dealing has been granted permission to remain in the UK after claiming he … Continue Reading
New ‘Life-Changing’ Gene Therapy Helps Blind Toddlers See
Experimental Gene Therapy Restores Sight in Blind Toddlers, Marking a Major Breakthrough in Childhood Vision Treatment
An experimental gene therapy trial has given four toddlers born with a severe form of childhood blindness the ability to see, marking a groundbreaking … Continue Reading
Changing Work Pattern: 200 UK Companies Embrace Permanent Four-Day Workweek
Revolutionizing the Workweek: 200 UK Companies Adopt Permanent Four-Day Schedule to Boost Productivity and Enhance Employee Wellbeing
In a groundbreaking move, 200 UK companies have adopted a permanent four-day workweek for their employees—without cutting pay. This decision marks a significant … Continue Reading
Stormzy Banned from Driving for Nine Months
British rap superstar Stormzy, known for his groundbreaking contributions to grime and UK rap, has been banned from driving for nine months and fined £2,010.
The ruling was made by Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on January 2, 2025, after he pleaded … Continue Reading
UK, Nigeria Partner on Transnational Education to Boost Employment
The transnational education partnership will enhance Nigeria’s relationship with the UK, Alausa added.
Abuja, Nigeria – The United Kingdom and Nigeria have announced a transnational education partnership aimed at raising the quality of higher education and aligning it with the … Continue Reading
Nigerian-British Kemi Badenoch Becomes First Black Woman to Lead UK Conservative Party
Kemi Badenoch Elected as New Leader of Conservative Party, Marking Historic Achievement
United Kingdom – Kemi Badenoch, a Nigerian-British citizen, has emerged victorious in the race to succeed Rishi Sunak as the leader of the Conservative Party. Announced on … Continue Reading
UK Charity Worker Visa: A Gateway to Voluntary Opportunities in the UK
UK Charity Worker Visa: A Pathway to Voluntary Service for International Applicants
The UK Charity Worker Visa offers individuals the opportunity to engage in unpaid voluntary work with a UK-based charity for a duration of up to 12 months. While … Continue Reading
70-Year-Old Tizi Receives Job Application Reply from 1976
Nearly 48 years later, she was stunned to find out that her job application letter had been trapped behind a drawer at Staines Post Office all those years.
United Kingdom – Tizi Hodson, a 70-year-old resident of Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, … Continue Reading