Tamuno Calls for Stronger Policies to Empower Women Economically
Ambassador Maureen Tamuno calls for stronger policies to unlock women's economic power at Abuja Business and Investment Expo, urging practical measures for women-led businesses.
Category : Health
UNFPA, Lagos, GoMed launch digital health platform for students
UNFPA, Lagos State, and GoMed Nigeria launch a digital self-care platform for UNILAG students, offering free contraceptives and reproductive health services.
Nigerian Women Embrace Doula Care for Maternal Wellness
Nigerian women increasingly seek doula care for emotional and physical support during childbirth. Certified doula Osunlolu Abimbola explains the trend's growth.
FG Orders Immediate Protection for Health Workers
FG orders immediate measures to protect health workers nationwide after 18 cases of assault in 12 months, following Uyo Teaching Hospital incident.
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Lagos faces 40,000 doctor and nurse shortage
Governor Sanwo-Olu reveals Lagos needs 40,000 doctors and 40,000 nurses, plus N100bn extra, to meet healthcare demands.
US Clarifies Green Card Residency Rules for Citizenship
USCIS says foreign workers need 5 years as Green Card holders to apply for citizenship; 3 years if married to a US citizen.
IUD Transformed My Sex Life and Killed My Contraception Anxiety
A woman shares how choosing an IUD after informed research transformed her sex life, dispelling myths and ending anxiety.
Okoye Back in Training at Udinese After Injury
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has resumed full training at Udinese after recovering from a shoulder injury. He is set to return for the Coppa Italia opener against Padova on August 15.
Turkey: 8 Years Needed for Permanent Residence Permit
Turkey requires 8 continuous years of legal residence for a long-term permit; student years count half. Refugees and temporary protection holders are excluded.
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Bauchi declares cholera outbreak, records 16 deaths
Bauchi State declares cholera outbreak with 398 suspected cases and 16 deaths across 13 LGAs, as of July 31, 2026.
Energy Costs Burden Nigerians as Inflation Fears Ease
CBN survey reveals high energy costs remain top burden for Nigerians despite easing inflation expectations, impacting household finances.
Canada Study Permit Fee: $150 for International Students
Canada sets study permit fee at $150 (N146,029) for single applicants, separate from visa costs. Learn full details and additional charges.
Harare HIV: Youth Half of New Infections
Over half of new HIV infections in Harare occur among youth aged 15-24, with 1,341 new cases annually, prompting urgent targeted interventions.
Lagos Faces 40,000 Doctor Shortage, N100bn Funding Gap
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the state has only 7,000 doctors against a need for 47,000, and a health budget shortfall of at least N100 billion.
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NAFDAC Lists 4 Key Checks for Packaged Food Safety
NAFDAC warns Nigerians to check expiry dates, ingredients, nutrition info, and registration numbers on packaged foods to avoid health risks.
Denmark's 8-Year Residency Rule for Permanent Stay
Denmark requires 8 years of legal stay for permanent residency, but 4 years if all supplementary conditions are met. Learn the key rules and exceptions.
Bayelsa, UNICEF, LDS Church launch child malnutrition project
Bayelsa State, UNICEF, and LDS Church launch a one-year project to prevent malnutrition in the first 1,000 days of life, targeting pregnant women and children under two, with N140 million each from government and UNICEF.
New Zealand Lists 5 Conditions for Permanent Residency
New Zealand's immigration authority has outlined five requirements for resident visa holders to apply for permanent residency, including a two-year residency timeline and good character.
Woman Thanks Doctor Who Refused to Tie Her Tubes
A mother who lost her 7-year-old son expresses gratitude to a doctor who refused to tie her fallopian tubes, saying his advice saved her future fertility.
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Ex-Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun's Husband Dies at 62
Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, husband of former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, has died at 62 in Lagos. The family announced his passing on August 5, 2026.
Netherlands: 9 Conditions for Permanent Residency for Foreigners
The Netherlands has published 9 conditions foreigners must meet for permanent residency, including 5 years of residence and A2 civic integration exam.
UK ETA 2026: Cost, Who Needs It and How to Apply
UK ETA costs £20 (N36,696) for six-month stays. Who needs it, exemptions, and application steps for 2026.
Iceland Bans Meat, Dairy, Eggs for Non-EU Travellers
Iceland's MAST bans meat, dairy, eggs for non-EU/EEA travellers, including Nigerians, with immediate confiscation of unlabelled items.
Australia Lists 5 Medical Tests for Foreign Visas
Australia requires foreigners seeking work, study, or medical training visas to pass five medical tests, including chest X-ray, HIV, and hepatitis screening.
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Australia Requires Hepatitis B Test for Pregnant Women
Australia mandates hepatitis B test for pregnant women planning to give birth in the country, as per official visa health requirements.
Canada eTA: Who Can Apply for Electronic Travel Authorisation
Canada requires travellers to hold either a visitor visa or an eTA, depending on nationality and travel mode. Learn who qualifies for an eTA and key rules.
7 Key Canada Immigration Changes to Note in 2026
Canada immigration in August 2026: Hong Kong PR pathways close Aug 31, new Francophone pilot intake, and IRCC backlog reporting overhaul.
Mysterious Blue Creatures Wash Up on UK Beach
Hundreds of by-the-wind-sailors, Velella velella, washed up at St Bees, Cumbria, baffling beachgoers. Harmless but avoid touching.
5 Things Australia Permanent Residents Can't Do
Australia's Department of Home Affairs lists five exclusive citizen rights, including passports, voting, student loans, government jobs, and re-entry.
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US Asylum Rule Change: Direct Referrals to Judges
USCIS announces interim final rule allowing direct referral of asylum cases to immigration judges without interviews, effective July 27, 2026.
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