Germany Releases CV and Cover Letter Tips for Foreign Job Seekers
Germany's official portal shares CV and cover letter guidance for foreigners, detailing required sections, photo norms, and PDF submission standards.
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Sweden Working Holiday Visa: 6 Countries Eligible
Sweden's working holiday visa is open to youths from six countries: Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, and South Korea. Learn who qualifies and the application steps.
JW Blood Policy Change: Members Decide on 4 Components
Jehovah's Witnesses have changed their blood policy for the second time in 2026, allowing members to decide whether to accept red cells, white cells, plasma or platelets, while the ban on whole-blood transfusions remains.
Ibukun Lati Olorun: Yoruba Prosperity Book Resurfaces
The sacred Yoruba book Ibukun Lati Olorun (Blessings from God) has resurfaced, with UK entrepreneur Shojon Skygod claiming divine power from it to become affluent and influential across Nigeria, UK, and beyond.
MyCityApp unveils Nigeria 100-Day Tourism Calendar for $100bn economy
MyCityApp Nigeria launched the National Digital Events and Experiences Calendar at a Lagos conference, aiming to unlock the $100 billion tourism and creative economy with government and private stakeholders.
Alaafin of Oyo's 420-Year-Old Palace Tortoise Dies
Baba, the 420-year-old tortoise at the Alaafin of Oyo's palace, has died after falling ill on Monday. It was regarded as the oldest indigene of Oyo.
11 Countries Offering Visa on Arrival to Nigerians in 2026
Nigerian passport holders can visit 11 countries in 2026 with visa-on-arrival, spanning Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Requirements vary, so pre-travel checks are essential.
Rivers politician weds two women in joint traditional ceremony
Rivers State politician Hon. Iyeoron Rowland married two women, Ugwem and Sylverline, in a joint traditional ceremony at Asuk-Ama Town, Andoni LGA.
Who discovered Nigeria as a country? Name, date, and more facts
Flora Shaw coined the name Nigeria in 1897; Lord Lugard unified the protectorates in 1914. Learn more facts about Nigeria's discovery and history.
Nigeria, China Strengthen Tourism Ties in Beijing Meeting
NTDA DG Ola Awakan met China Tourism Academy President Dai Bin in Beijing to boost Nigeria's tourism, focusing on a China-Nigeria Tourism Market Development Programme.
NAHCON Sets Sept 26 Deadline for 2027 Hajj Registration
NAHCON reiterates the September 26 deadline for 2027 Hajj registration and payment, warning that missing it could lead to forfeiture of slots. Fares vary by zone, and five airlines have been approved for airlift.
Oba of Benin Suspends Royal Praise Singers, Strips Leader of Title
Oba Ewuare II indefinitely suspends Isikhuan royal praise singers for performing a royal-exclusive ritual at Chief Igbinedion's residence, stripping leader Juliet Omogui of her title.
Christian Ex-Lawmaker Builds Mosque for Muslims in Plateau
Peter Ibrahim Gyendyeng, a Christian former lawmaker, built a Juma'at Mosque for Muslims in Gana Ropp, Plateau State, calling it a symbol of unity amid interfaith tensions.
Musawa gets ‘Mairamar Kasar Hausa I’ title from Emir of Daura
Minister Hannatu Musawa receives 'Mairamar Kasar Hausa I' (First Daughter of Hausa Land) from Emir of Daura during Hausa Day closing ceremony in Katsina.
Uganda Mourns King Oyo, Crowned at Age 3, Dies at 10pm Thursday
Uganda's Tooro Kingdom announced the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV at 10pm Thursday. Crowned at age 3, he reigned for over two decades. A prince will succeed him, with the heir's identity revealed later per Tooro customs.
Jesus Christ's True Tomb Found After 2,000 Years, Matches Bible
Italian archaeologists found an ancient site in Jerusalem matching the Biblical description of Jesus Christ's tomb, according to a preliminary study in Liber Annuus.
Australia Explains 4 Partner Visa Types for Foreign Spouses
Australia's Department of Home Affairs outlines four partner visa subclasses for foreign spouses and de facto partners, split by onshore or offshore application.
Christian Man Wins Umrah Trip for Muslim Neighbour
Mina, a Christian Egyptian, won a free Umrah trip in a Quran contest to gift it to his Muslim neighbour Um Ali, who had long dreamed of the pilgrimage.
Mawlid al-Nabi 2026: Key Facts and Significance for Nigeria
Mawlid al-Nabi 2026 falls on 12 Rabi al-Awwal, marking Prophet Muhammad's birth. Learn its history, observances, and the debate among scholars.
From Abuja to Hangzhou: A Nigerian Journalist's China Journey
A Nigerian journalist recounts his three-week study tour in Hangzhou, China, exploring digital villages, poverty alleviation, and economic development under a Sino-Nigerian cooperation programme.
400-Year-Old 'Vampire' Grave in Poland Reveals Fear of the Dead
Archaeologists in Poland uncover a 400-year-old 'vampire' burial with a sickle and padlock, revealing community fears of the dead in early modern times.
Four Southwest States Declare Holiday for Isese Day 2026
Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, and Osun states have declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day for Isese Day, with over three million traditional worshippers expected in Lagos alone.
Osun Declares August 20, 2026 Holiday for Isese Festival
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke declares Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day for public servants to commemorate the Isese Festival, promoting cultural heritage.
Oyo Declares Isese Day 2026 Public Holiday for Workers
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a public holiday for Isese Day, allowing all public servants a work-free day to celebrate Yoruba cultural heritage.
Ogun Declares Public Holiday for Isese Day 2026
Ogun State Government declares Thursday, August 20, 2026, a public holiday for Isese Day, celebrating Yoruba traditional religion. The announcement follows a 2023 House of Assembly resolution approved by Governor Dapo Abiodun.
Lagos Govt Explains Isese Day Meaning and Significance for 2026
The Lagos State Government clarifies the meaning of Isese as tradition and custom, defends Yoruba culture against misconceptions, and declares August 20, 2026, a work-free holiday for public servants.
Lagos, AATREN Hold Isese Seminar Ahead of 2026 Celebration
Lagos State's Council for Arts and Culture and AATREN held a preparatory seminar for Isese Day 2026, with speakers urging Nigerians to reclaim their cultural heritage and warning against cultural violations.
Mawlid al-Nabi: Muslim Nations Without Public Holiday
Saudi Arabia and Qatar are the only Muslim-majority countries that do not declare Mawlid al-Nabi a public holiday, citing Salafi/Wahhabi interpretations. Most other Muslim nations, including Nigeria, observe it.
Lagos Declares Aug 20, 2026 Work-Free Day for Isese Day
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu declares Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day for all public servants in commemoration of Isese Day, as confirmed by an official circular and the governor's spokesperson.
Nigeria unveils 100-day 'Ember to Remember' tourism season
Nigeria's Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy announces a 100-day national tourism season, 'Ember to Remember 2026,' running from September to December, with a flag-off conference set for September 14 in Lagos.
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