Politics
Nigerians Abroad Can Now Renew Passports Without Embassy Visits
Nigerian immigrants can now renew passports online via the NIS contactless system, using NIN and date of birth for verification, with biometrics captured through the NRS mobile app.
Security
Woman with albinism denied job despite being most qualified candidate
A woman with albinism reveals she was denied a job despite being told she was the most qualified candidate, highlighting workplace discrimination.
Business
New Zealand Medical Treatment Visitor Visa: Cost, Stay, Processing Time
New Zealand's Medical Treatment Visitor Visa allows up to 6 months stay, costs NZD $341, and 80% of applications are processed within 4 weeks.
Entertainment
Ballon d'Or 2026: Fan Slams Ronaldo Omission, Cites Messi Nomination
A fan, Iamforeigncash, criticizes the 2026 Ballon d'Or nominees for excluding Cristiano Ronaldo, arguing Messi's inclusion should mean equal standards for both.
Education
Health
Canada: Foreign Students Can Work 24 Hours Weekly During School Terms
Canada confirms international students can work up to 24 hours weekly off campus during school terms, with no cap during scheduled breaks, effective 2026.
Australia: Subclass 500 Student Visa Work Hours Limit
Australia's Department of Home Affairs confirms Subclass 500 student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during course sessions, impacting Nigerian students.
OneBarrow to Convene Health Leaders on Policy Implementation Gap
OneBarrow International will host the 2026 National Health Equity Conference in Abuja, October 13-15, to address Nigeria's health policy implementation gap, with Minister Pate as Chief Host.
5 daily habits fueling cholera risk as Nigeria hits 65,000 cases
Nigeria records over 65,000 suspected cholera cases in 2026. NCDC warns against unsafe water, poor hygiene, and delayed treatment. Learn the 5 habits to stop now.
Lindsay Clancy mistrial: Mum admitted killing 3 kids
Lindsay Clancy admitted killing her three children but pleaded not guilty by reason of postpartum psychosis. Her trial ended in a mistrial on September 4, 2026, after jurors split 11-1. She remains held at Tewksbury State Hospital.
Nigeria General Knowledge Quiz: How Much Do You Know?
From the naira to Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka, oil and the green-white-green flag, test your general knowledge about Nigeria, the Giant of Africa, in this all-round quiz.
