The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has opened applications for the National Housing Fund Mortgage Loan scheme, offering eligible contributors up to N50 million at a 6% annual interest rate.
Nigeria's food inflation rose to 20.31% in July 2026, the highest since September 2025, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
Governor Mbah approves extra N115m monthly for ESUT, raising total subvention to N276m, as ASUU strike persists. SSG urges union to suspend action.
Bayelsa Education Development Trust Fund, British Council, and TRCB launch a five-day training for 400 teachers and school leaders focusing on English proficiency, digital teaching, and leadership.
NARD commends Kaduna Governor Uba Sani for prioritising resident doctors' welfare, citing improved remuneration, infrastructure, and healthcare delivery across the state.
Four Almajiri students died after consuming suspected contaminated food in Kano. They were from Malam Iliyasu Mai Tsangaya, Kadage Sharifai, Ungogo LGA, and died at Malam Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital on Sunday night.
A four-year-old girl suffered a stroke triggered by chickenpox, prompting her mother to warn parents about the hidden risks of common childhood illnesses.
The EFCC has launched an investigation after Nigeria Customs intercepted undeclared foreign currencies totaling $73,000, £15,957, and 827,800 Saudi Riyals at Kano Airport between August 8-12, 2026. Suspect Haruna Yusuf is in custody.
The federal government filed a fresh 12-count charge against Abuja fertility doctor Pastor John Abebe, accusing him of selling embryos and defrauding a couple of N19 million. Arraignment is set for October 28, 2026.
Erica Nlewedim reveals she sought therapy in 2024 after enduring three years of online insults following her BBNaija exit, and vows never to return to the show.
UAE requires residents to earn AED 4,000 monthly to sponsor first-degree relatives for visit visas; AED 8,000 for second/third-degree relatives.
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Avon HMO and Lagos Food Bank Initiative partnered for World Breastfeeding Week 2026, providing nutrition support, health screening, and education to 70 vulnerable mothers and babies.
Finland requires 8 years of legal residence for citizenship, but shorter periods apply for language speakers, spouses, and Nordic citizens. Details inside.
Migri requires foreign spouses of Finnish citizens to reside in Finland for at least five years, with three years of cohabitation, to qualify for citizenship.
Spain's government confirms the CCSE certificate remains valid for four years from approval, affecting foreigners and Sephardic Jews applying for Spanish nationality.
Nigeria receives 65% of the EU's €2.3 million cholera response fund allocated to four African countries, targeting high-burden states. The funding supports surveillance, treatment, and community engagement.
The Netherlands requires self-employed foreigners to earn at least €1,766.77 monthly (N2,775,242) to qualify for a residence permit, according to the Dutch government's official website.
USCIS introduces revised Forms I-539 and I-765 from September 15, 2026, affecting H-1B families, students, and exchange visitors. Check edition dates to avoid rejection.
The Nigerian government is set to cap locum doctors' working hours at 48 per week to ensure patient safety and improve healthcare quality, according to the Coordinating Minister of Health.
DR Congo's current Ebola outbreak has become the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths among 4,945 confirmed cases, surpassing the 2018-2020 toll.
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DR Congo's deadliest Ebola outbreak has killed over 2,300 people, with nearly 5,000 confirmed cases and no approved vaccine for the rare Bundibugyo strain.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths recorded, according to health officials.
Radiography salaries in Nigeria range from ₦100,000 to over ₦2.5 million monthly by 2026, based on experience, qualification, and workplace, with entry-level radiographers earning significantly less than senior specialists.
Rev Dr Julius Adeniji, Conference President of Lagos West Baptist Conference, declares God will restore Nigeria's fame, peace, prosperity, and hope, citing biblical Samaria as a precedent.
Insomnia affects 30-50% of the population, with 10% chronic. It's a symptom, not a disease, linked to stress, anxiety, and depression. Learn causes, risk groups, and why few seek help.
Fibroids are benign uterine tumors common in women, especially black women. Learn about types, symptoms, causes, and holistic treatment options, including herbal remedies and lifestyle advice.
UK publishes salary thresholds for Skilled Worker and Health and Care Worker visa holders seeking permanent residence, with exemptions for healthcare, education, and pre-April 2024 workers.
A new study reveals Nigeria's renewable energy transition, despite boosting access, is creating new injustices, disproportionately affecting low-income communities and informal workers.
USCIS directs foreigners to a free online study page for English and civics tests required for naturalisation, aiding applicants worldwide before their interview.
NAFDAC begins stronger oversight of blood and blood products to ensure quality, safety, and availability, aligning with WHO recommendations and global practices.