Germany: 5 Conditions for Foreigners to Become Citizens, Fee Revealed
Germany's official website outlines 5 conditions for foreign nationals to qualify for citizenship, including residency, language skills, and a €255 application fee.
Category : Politics
Aregbesola: First Governor to Serve 8 Years Without House
Rauf Aregbesola claims he is the first Nigerian governor to complete two terms without owning a personal residence, living instead in a friend's house during his tenure.
Atiku Slams Tinubu's ₦22.15bn Palace Projects as Unconstitutional
Atiku Abubakar condemns the ₦22.15 billion allocation for 106 palace projects in the 2026 budget, calling it a constitutional violation and demanding full transparency from the Tinubu administration.
Bwala: Past Comments on Tinubu Baseless, Not Lies
Presidential spokesman Daniel Bwala says his past remarks against President Tinubu are now baseless given current realities, but insists they were never false.
Six UN Secretary-General Candidates to Debate on July 23
Six candidates vying to replace UN Secretary-General António Guterres will face 90 minutes of questions at a town hall in the General Assembly Hall on July 23, 2026, one week before Security Council voting begins.
UK Lists 3 Circumstances That Can Lead to British Citizenship Revocation
The UK government published official guidance on three grounds for stripping British citizenship, including public good and fraud, with children's welfare considered but not a bar.
Germany Lists 5 Acts That Can Get Foreigners Deported
Germany published an official list of five acts that can lead to deportation of foreign nationals, including criminal convictions, violence, forced marriage, and immigration fraud.
Reps Threaten NRS Chairman With Sanctions Over Recruitment
House of Representatives committee orders halt to NRS recruitment, threatens constitutional sanctions against chairman Zacch Adedeji for ignoring summons since October 2023.
EU Fines Google €890 Million Under Digital Markets Act
The European Commission fined Google €890 million for breaching the Digital Markets Act, marking the first such penalties under the landmark law.
Frank Challenges Tinubu to Publish Trump Letter or Stop Deceiving
Former APC spokesman Timi Frank demands publication of Trump's letter to Tinubu, questioning its authenticity and accusing the government of deceiving Nigerians.
Canada Lists 3 Reasons Your Citizenship Can Be Revoked
The Canadian government has outlined three official grounds for citizenship revocation: fraud, misrepresentation, or knowingly hiding information. A 10-year ban applies before reapplication.
UAE Publishes 8 Categories of Foreigners Eligible for Citizenship
The UAE government has released eight categories of foreigners who may qualify for citizenship, with strict conditions and potential revocation if violated.
Shehu Sani Warns Opposition US Lobby Against Tinubu
Senator Shehu Sani condemns opposition's use of US lobby groups against President Tinubu, warning it risks visa restrictions and sanctions for ordinary Nigerians.
UK Guidelines for Foreign Spouses Seeking British Citizenship
The UK Home Office published official guidelines for foreign spouses of British citizens applying for citizenship, including a mandatory three-year residency rule and a total fee of £1,839.
Nigeria Passport Drops to 90th; Visa-Free Access Stays at 44
Nigeria's passport fell to 90th globally in the July 2026 Henley Passport Index, with visa-free access to only 44 destinations, highlighting persistent travel limitations.
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ICPC uncovers 908 ghost workers, recovers ₦942m
ICPC uncovered 908 suspected ghost workers across federal MDAs, with Nigeria Police Force having 570. ₦942 million was recovered from payroll fraud.
UK Spouse Citizenship: 3-Year Residency, 270-Day Absence Limit
UK sets strict residency rules for foreign spouses of British citizens applying for citizenship: 3 years in UK, max 270 days abroad, and indefinite leave required.
Tinubu Appoints Fayose, Wike, Other PDP Chieftains
President Bola Tinubu has appointed several PDP chieftains, including Ayo Fayose and Nyesom Wike, to key federal roles, fueling speculation of a government of national unity.
UK Publishes 4 Restrictions for Student Visa Holders, Visa Fee
The UK government published official guidance listing four restrictions for student visa holders, including bans on public funds, certain jobs, self-employment, and local authority schools. Visa application fee is £558.
Deputy Speaker Clarifies N1 Billion Church Budget Controversy
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu clarified that a ₦1 billion budget provision for churches is actually a ₦780 million youth re-orientation programme targeting 130 churches, not just musical instruments.
Nigeria Police Top Payroll Fraud List with 908 Ghost Workers
The ICPC has named the Nigeria Police Force as the institution with the highest number of suspected ghost workers, uncovering 908 cases across 50 federal agencies and recovering N942 million.
Ministry Dismisses False Reports on FGGC Monguno Attack
The Federal Ministry of Education has debunked social media claims that FGGC Monguno was attacked, confirming students and staff are safe.
Akeredolu: Loyalty and Moral Courage Tribute by Former Aide
Former Ondo State Information Commissioner Bámidélé Adémólá-Olátéjú honours late Governor Akeredolu on his 70th birthday, defending loyalty and recounting his governance, moral courage, and legacy.
APC sets up committee to resolve Anambra crisis
The APC NWC has inaugurated a five-member committee to investigate and resolve the lingering leadership crisis in its Anambra State chapter, aiming to restore unity ahead of elections.
US strikes Iran for 10th straight night, targets military sites
The US struck Iranian military command centers and missile sites for the 10th consecutive night, as Iran retaliates across Gulf states and Houthis blockade Saudi ships.
German FM Wadephul to Visit Nigeria for Two-Day Talks
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will visit Nigeria on July 21-22 to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and security ties, with stops in Abuja and Lagos.
SSS to Appeal Ansaru Commanders' Life Sentences, Seeks Death
The SSS plans to appeal life sentences for two Ansaru commanders, arguing only the death penalty fits their crimes, amid Nigeria's rare use of executions.
Obi signed one-term pact with Kwankwaso for 2027
Rabiu Kwankwaso says Peter Obi signed two agreements to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, with power returning to the North in 2031.
ICPC Questions Gbajabiamila Over Fake Investment Council
The ICPC confirmed questioning Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, over a fake Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council that operated illegally for two years.
EFCC to Present Imoke as Witness in Agunloye Trial
The EFCC will present former Cross River Governor Liyel Imoke as a witness in the corruption trial of ex-Power Minister Olu Agunloye over the $6 billion Mambilla hydropower contract. Imoke's testimony was stalled after defense objected.
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