•Trump US President Donald Trump yesterday signed an executive order threatening tariffs on Iran’s trade partners, after he pledged a further round of talks with Tehran next week. The order, effective from today, called for a fresh “imposition of tariffs” on countries still doing business with Iran, reports AFP. It comes amid heightened tensio...
•Trump shakes hands with world leaders during the formal launch of the Board of Peace yesterday U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace is gradually taking shape, with several countries formally accepting invitations to become part of the new and controversial global initiative aimed at resolving international conflicts. Trump f...
•Nigerian passport Nigerian passport holders can now access 45 countries worldwide without obtaining a visa in advance, according to the latest update released by Visaindex. The development is expected to ease international travel for Nigerians, expanding opportunities for tourism, business engagements and family visits while reducing administ...
•Tinubu and Trump President Donald Trump yesterday expanded a US travel ban by barring nationals of seven more countries including Nigeria (partial ban), Syria, as well as Palestinian Authority passport holders, from entering the United States. Trump, who has long campaigned to restrict immigration and has spoken in increasingly strident terms...
•Marco Rubio US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said today that more countries are ready to normalise relations with Israel but the decision would await a broader regional agreement. Rubio, who was touring a US-led multinational centre in Israel aimed at coordinating a ceasefire in Gaza, said that a sustained end to the war would […]
•Nigerian passport As more Nigerians explore opportunities abroad, several countries have introduced immigration pathways that make it easier for skilled workers and professionals to secure permanent residency. Here are five nations where Nigerians can easily obtain permanent residency: 1. Australia Australia’s Employer-Sponsored Skills in Dem...
Teachers’ salaries vary dramatically across countries, with some offering not only impressive paychecks but also perks such as housing, health insurance, and even tax-free income. Below are ten countries where teachers are among the best compensated in the world. 1. India India has become a surprisingly rewarding destination for teachers, espe...
The global competition for skilled workers is heating up in 2025 as many nations struggle with labour shortages across key sectors. To address this, several countries are simplifying immigration rules and opening new visa pathways to attract foreign professionals, including Nigerians, reports The Nation. Industries such as technology, healthca...
As global education becomes more competitive, international students are increasingly drawn to countries that support family life. A key factor is the availability of spousal visas, which allow partners to live, work, and study alongside students. These policies reduce the strain of separation, ease financial pressure through work rights, and ...
•Snake Pastor Isaac Omolehin, a renowned man of God in Kwara State, in a recent message, said St Padraigh (Patrick), a Roman Catholic priest, ordered all the snakes in Ireland and chased them into the sea, claiming that is why there are no snakes in Ireland. He also noted that Ireland is the only country […]

