The UK government has published the Immigration Salary List, detailing occupations eligible for a reduced salary threshold under the Skilled Worker visa route, spanning construction, arts, care, science, and agriculture.
Minister Heineken Lokpobiri says Nigeria's average petrol price of N1,430 per litre is below US, Ghana, Cameroon and South Africa, defending deregulation.
Victoria Makanjuola, a first-class engineering graduate and process engineer at Dangote Refinery, received an award for her role in the RFCC unit turnaround maintenance during the company's IPO.
Zamfara State Government approves 95% salary increase for health workers effective September 7, 2026, aligning with CONHESS to boost morale and productivity.
Germany publishes 2026 rules: third-country students may work 140 full days or 280 half-days yearly, or 20 hours weekly; semester breaks unrestricted.
Germany's Make it in Germany portal outlines two routes for foreigners to start a business: freelancer or commercial enterprise, with specific residence permit requirements.
Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Madani, one of 24 principal muezzins at Mecca's Grand Mosque, died Monday, September 21, 2026, sparking tributes online.
NNPC starts technical assessments of Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, evaluating partners as petrol hits N1,500 per litre and diesel exceeds N2,000.
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and rainfall across many Nigerian states from Monday to Wednesday, with strong winds expected before some storms. Safety warnings issued.
Surgeon in Ogun remotely removes cancerous kidney from Abuja patient via Starlink and MTN, marking Nigeria’s first tele-robotic surgery and West Africa’s first telesurgery.
A Florida couple discovered their IVF baby was not genetically theirs after a mix-up. They reached a custody agreement with biological parents and will keep raising her.
Benin stops checking yellow fever vaccination records at all entry points, including airports, seaports, and land borders, per a Ministry of Health circular.
Germany requires foreign-trained doctors to obtain Approbation, prove physical fitness, good conduct, and German language proficiency (B2, often C1 medical) to practise medicine.
Germany's embassy published Working Holiday Visa requirements. Applicants need EUR 2,802 in funds, pay EUR 75 fee, and must be under 30. Documents include passport, CV, and insurance.
Jehovah's Witnesses have adjusted their policy, allowing members to personally decide whether to accept or donate whole blood components based on individual conscience, as announced by the International Spokesman.
Finland requires EUR 2,450 (about N3,745,315) in bank for working holiday permits in 2026. Specialists and EU Blue Card holders face higher salary thresholds.
NiHSA forecasts severe riverine flooding across 15 states from Sept 19-25, 2026, urging residents in Imo, Cross River, Anambra, Ebonyi and others to move to higher ground.
Canada's IRCC sets work permit fees at $155 for foreign applicants, plus $100 for open permits and biometrics up to $170. Fees are paid at the final stage of the application.
Canada's immigration authority has published work permit fees for foreigners at port of entry, including processing fees, open permit charges, and biometric costs.
NAHCON warns intending pilgrims have only 7 days to register and upload data for 2027 Hajj before September 26, 2026 deadline; full payment due December 2.
New Zealand Immigration lists four categories of travellers exempt from NZeTA, including visa holders, Australian passport holders, Antarctic Treaty members, and visiting forces.
NAFDAC confirms 48 deaths and 182 illness cases from local alcoholic and herbal concoctions in Ondo State, with 15 arrests and 7 cases of blindness.
Alhaji Abdul Mutalib Badamosi, Imam of Yoruba Mosque in Ibagwa-Aka, Enugu State, has died and been buried per Islamic rites. He was CEO of SMO Motors and a respected community leader in Igbo-Eze South LGA.
Ireland's immigration service confirms Canada is the only country among 10 eligible nations whose citizens can stay for 2 years under the Working Holiday Authorisation, while others get 1 year.
A US federal court blocked the DHS Duration of Status Final Rule on September 14, 2026, halting the 4-year stay limit and 30-day grace period for F-1 and J-1 visa holders.
Immigration New Zealand estimates 19,153 people overstayed visas as of July 1, 2026, down 8.7% from 2025. China, Tonga, and the US lead the top 10 nationalities.
Canada's IEC programme is open to youths aged 18-35 from 36 countries, but some nationals must be 30 or younger. No African nation qualifies.
South African surgeon Professor Mashudu Tshifularo performed the world's first 3D-printed middle-ear transplant in 2019, using titanium implants to restore hearing in a patient with conductive hearing loss.
Ondo State's health commissioner confirms 49 deaths and 170 affected in suspected toxic alcohol and Monkey Tail herbal drink poisoning, with 14 arrests made.
UAE outlines four conditions for Humanitarian Pioneers to qualify for Golden Residency, including five years of service or AED 2 million in donations, plus a university degree.