Thursday, October 8, 2026

Diaspora

November 19, 2024

Permanent residency for immigrants on study visas not automatic: Immigration Minister

Mr Miller made the statement penultimate Tuesday in an interview to address immigration concerns.

Nigerians in Canada
November 18, 2024

Flutterwave CEO appointed to Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art advisory board 

The appointment demonstrates the tech founder’s commitment to celebrating Africa’s innovation and heritage on the global stage, according to a statement by Flutterwave.

Flutterwave CEO, Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola
November 18, 2024

Nigerian politician Franklin Nwadialo moved from Texas to Washington, arraigned over $3.3 million Internet fraud

Mr Nwadialo has been remanded in custody until his next hearing, when he might enter a plea to commence his trial. He is looking at over 20 years of jail term.

Franklin Nwadialo
November 12, 2024

Two Nigerians arrested at Dominican Republic airport, excrete 150 bags of cocaine

The government of the Dominican Republic arrested two Nigerians last weekend following credible intelligence reports that they were suspected drug dealers.

Cocaine haul
November 11, 2024

Japa: I support Nigerians’ exodus to where things will work for them, says Peter Obi

Mr Obi’s call for citizens to seek greener pastures abroad comes amid a massive exodus of Nigerians.

Peter Obi
October 24, 2024

Canada to cut immigration from Nigeria, other countries by 21% in 2025

This comes amid a mass exodus of Nigerians abroad searching for greener pastures, with many eying Canada as their destination.

Canadian Airport
October 19, 2024

UK expels over 44 Nigerians, Ghanaians in major deportation surge

The UK Home Office, responsible for the deportations, stated the action became necessary due to a “major surge in immigration enforcement and returns activity.”

Murtala Muhammed International Airport
October 18, 2024

Anthony Chieke wanted by UK police for stealing large amounts of cash from eight mosques

Mr Chieke is described as being around six feet, eight inches tall, with a shaved, balding head and stubble, and goes by several names, including Abraham Jakoboits.

October 14, 2024

Tinubu’s govt tells Nigerians in China to promote Nigeria’s culture

The federal government has urged Nigerians living in China to continue promoting the country’s cultural heritage to foster nation-building.

NIGERIANS IN CHINA
October 7, 2024

Group backs INEC’s declaration on diaspora political parties

The convener, Adeola Alakija-Awogbemi, made the call in an interview on Sunday in Abuja while reacting to the declaration.

Mahmood Yakubu