NZ Green List Salary Requirements for Foreigners Seeking Residency
New Zealand publishes Green List salary thresholds for foreign workers. Tier 1 roles offer direct residence; Tier 2 leads to Work to Residence. Minimum wage: NZD $35.00 per hour.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Stanbic IBTC Privacy Ruling: Warning to Data-Holding Brands
A Nigerian court ruled against Stanbic IBTC for breaching a customer's privacy, signaling stricter enforcement of data protection laws and a warning to all brands handling customer data.
HIV Expert Warns Oil-Based Lubricants Raise Condom Breakage Risk
HIV prevention expert warns oil-based lubricants like palm oil can break condoms, urging water-based alternatives to prevent HIV and STIs in Nigeria.
Enugu warns against adulterated oil, colourants in Okpa
Enugu State government and a dietician warn against using adulterated oil and non-food colourants in Okpa, citing kidney risks. They urge natural preparation methods.
Health ministry inaugurates NCH sub-committees for 67th council
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare inaugurates sub-committees for the 67th National Council on Health, urging evidence-based recommendations to improve healthcare delivery in Nigeria.
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Nigeria Moves to Decriminalise Attempted Suicide: What It Means
Nigeria's FEC has approved an amendment to decriminalise attempted suicide, shifting from punishment to mental health care, targeting a 15% reduction in suicide cases by 2030.
Spain 2026 Residency Fees: Americans $140, Others $106
Spain's 2026 residency permit fees: Americans pay $140, others $106, effective January 1, 2026, for non-lucrative visas.
Food Inflation Hits 20.31% in July 2026, Highest Since Sept 2025
Nigeria's food inflation rose to 20.31% in July 2026, the highest since September 2025, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
Mbah Approves N115m Monthly Subvention for ESUT Amid ASUU Strike
Governor Mbah approves extra N115m monthly for ESUT, raising total subvention to N276m, as ASUU strike persists. SSG urges union to suspend action.
UAE Sets AED 4,000 Monthly Salary for Relative Visit Visa Sponsorship
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.
Finland Sets Residency Years for Foreign Spouses Seeking Citizenship
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: CCSE Citizenship Test Certificate Valid for 4 Years
Spain's government confirms the CCSE certificate remains valid for four years from approval, affecting foreigners and Sephardic Jews applying for Spanish nationality.
Netherlands Sets €1,766 Monthly Income for Self-Employed Permit
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.
US New Visa Rules from Sept 15: H-1B Families, Students Affected
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.
Nigeria to Cap Locum Doctors' Work at 48 Hours Weekly
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.
Baptist Leader Predicts Divine Intervention for Nigeria
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.
UK Lists Exemptions to Salary Requirement for Permanent Residence
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.
Nigeria's Renewable Energy Push Creates New Injustices
A new study reveals Nigeria's renewable energy transition, despite boosting access, is creating new injustices, disproportionately affecting low-income communities and informal workers.
South Korea Permanent Residency Shortcut for Foreigners in 2026
South Korea now allows foreigners scoring 85+ on a preliminary test to apply for permanent residency via a comprehensive assessment, bypassing the full Social Integration Programme.
NCAA Ties Fake Schengen Visas to Morocco's Transit Rules
The NCAA has linked fake Schengen visas to Morocco's stricter transit rules for Nigerians, urging passengers to verify visas before travel.
US Clarifies Rules for Foreigners Missing Citizenship Appointments
USCIS clarifies that N-600 applicants who miss ASC appointments without valid excuse risk abandonment, with military exception.
Armenia: 3-Year Legal Stay Required for Permanent Residence
Armenia requires foreigners to legally reside for 3 years before applying for a Permanent Resident Card, as stated on the government's official website.
Albania Reveals Financial Requirement for Citizenship Applicants
Albania requires foreigners to show sufficient financial means for citizenship, but no exact threshold is set, leaving applicants to seek further guidance.
Switzerland Lists 4 Visa Application Options for Foreigners in 2026
Switzerland's official immigration platform outlines four visa application channels for foreigners in 2026, including online submission and Schengen State representation, depending on residence.
Canada Publishes Citizenship Oath for 2026 Applicants
Canada’s government has published the 2026 citizenship oath. New citizens must swear allegiance to King Charles III and observe Canadian laws, including the Constitution, at official ceremonies.
USCIS Lists 2 Conditions for Citizenship Interview Waiver
USCIS has published two conditions under which foreigners can become US citizens without an in-person interview, based on documentation sufficiency.
NDPC Probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, Hackerbella Over Student Data
NDPC begins forensic investigation into UNILAG, Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella Ltd over alleged unlawful use of students' personal data to open bank accounts without lawful basis.
133m Poor: Experts Seek Last-Mile Solutions at GS26
At a press briefing in Abuja, experts said 133 million multidimensionally poor Nigerians, mostly in rural areas, need innovations that reach the last mile, ahead of GS26 summit.
US Visa Interview: 4 Steps Foreigners Must Complete Before Date
The US has outlined four compulsory steps for visa applicants to complete before their interview, including medical exams, courier registration, document gathering, and police certificates.
NDPC Probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, Hackerbella Over Data Use
NDPC launches forensic investigation into UNILAG, Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella Ltd over alleged unlawful use of students' data to open bank accounts without consent.
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