The Government of India deported at least 2,356 Nigerians between 2019 and 2024, with removals quadrupling from 339 in 2021 to 1,470 in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. This is according to data obtained by our correspondent from India’s Ministry of Home Affairs. The figures were drawn from three separate MHA annual reports for which Nigeria-specifi...
•Itodo and the Senate The Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, Samson Itodo, has faulted the assent to the amended electoral bill, saying that it contains provisions that are at variance with the aspirations of Nigerians. “I think that Nigerians need to know that, yes, whilst there might be progressive provisions in the 2026 Act, the […]...
•Tunde Elebute The Deputy Director, Crime Victims Foundation of Nigeria (CRIFON), Lagos State chapter, Dr Tunde Elebute, is an economist, human rights promoter, public affairs commentator and educationist. In this interview, he speaks on crucial current issues in the polity, reports Sunday Independent. Excerpts: The US Military has sent 200 fo...
Recently, Nigerians have shown increased interest in Guinness World Records. Record attempts are now accompanied by media coverage, cameras, live streams, and social media promotion, with supporters gathering at the venues. Some attempts, however, happen quietly and only gain attention after official confirmation. This new wave of interest doe...
•Tinubu and PDP logo The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the ElectorÂal Act Amendment Bill passed by the National Assembly as a treacherous betrayal of NigeriÂans. A statement issued yesterday signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, urged Nigerians, organised labour and civil sociÂety organisatio...
•Akpabio Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed strong satisfaction with the newly signed Electoral Act, describing it as a historic and painstaking piece of legislation that reflects the genuine aspirations of Nigerians. Speaking at the State House after President Tinubu signed the bill into law, the Senate President said lawmakers w...
•Ukraine-Russia missile fired Growing desperation among young Africans seeking opportunities abroad is fueling a dangerous cycle that leaves many vulnerable to exploitation, including alleged recruitment into foreign military conflicts, foreign policy and security experts have warned. Professor of International Relations, Femi Otubanjo, said t...
•National Assembly Complex, Abuja Senator Orji Uzor Kalu says the National Assembly committee on harmonisation of the Electoral Act will meet today and finalise its decision on the bill. Orji, an ex-governor of Abia State, said this today on Channels Television. “Regarding the feedback from Nigerians about the Electoral Act amendment, I can te...
•Nigeria passport and ticket The United Kingdom has announced that all new UK Visit visas for Nigerian travellers will be issued digitally from February 25, 2026, marking a major step in modernising its visa process. In a statement signed yesterday by the Senior Press and Public Affairs Officer at the British High Commission in Abuja, [&hellip...
•Schengen Visa In recent years, more Nigerians have explored opportunities across the Schengen area through various visa pathways — whether for higher education, career growth, or the experience of living in a new environment. However, the visa application process often remains a major hurdle for many prospective travellers, reports The Nation...
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