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Canadian government

October 24, 2025

Canada deports Ondo pastor for bribing Nigerian police to declare him wanted for asylum claim

In one instance, the Nigerian pastor claimed irate Muslims torched his church and chased him to a police station in March 2022.

Canadian federal court, Toronto.
December 14, 2023

How Nigerian students can seize opportunities from new Canadian policy

Often, many students proceed to Canada for their educational journey at different levels. To put things in check, Canada has rolled out some new policies for student visas.

A composite photo of Canadian flag and Nigerian students used to illustrate the story
November 1, 2023

Canada pledges $18m aid to reduce poverty, tackle Nigeria’s humanitarian crisis

Canada has promised to support Nigeria with $18 million in the fight against poverty and humanitarian crisis

Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau
September 6, 2023

NAPTIP commends Canadian government’s efforts in combating human trafficking

The director-general acknowledged the partnership which started in 2020 between NAPTIP and the Canadian government.

NAPTIP
September 6, 2023

Canada donates vehicles to combat human trafficking in Nigeria

Mr Christoff said the gesture marked a significant move to strengthen Nigeria’s fight against human trafficking.

Woman Trafficking
August 5, 2023

Lawmaker decries low women representation in Nigeria’s politics

The event was organised in conjunction with the Canadian government and United Nations.

Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe
July 19, 2023

COVID-19 Vaccine: WHO to spend $9.3 million grant in 15 states

COVID-19 Vaccine: WHO to spend $9.3 million grant in 15 states

COVID-19
May 27, 2023

Canada extends work permit policy for spouses of Nigerian students, other residents

The new system will enable spouses, children, and parents of recent immigrants to join their loved ones in Canada faster.

Sean Fraser
November 2, 2022

Canada to admit 465,000 Nigerians, others as permanent residents in 2023 amid labour shortage

The Canadian government has revealed its immigration plan to welcome half a million immigrants, including Nigerians, each year by 2025 to tackle the labour shortage.

CANADA IMMIGRATION
October 7, 2022

Canada launches new employment policy for 500,000 students from Nigeria, others

The new policy allows no fewer than 500,000 eligible overseas students already residing in Canada to work beyond 20 hours every week.

Nigerian students in UK