EU CBI Crackdown Reshapes Wealthy Nigerians' Migration Plans
EU's stricter citizenship-by-investment rules will significantly alter migration strategies for wealthy Nigerians, prompting shifts to alternative residency options, experts say.
Category : Politics
Kano Groom Adds Fourth Wife at Mass Wedding
A groom at Kano's mass wedding revealed he now has four wives, as the state hosted 1,500 couples and spent N1.5 billion.
Iceland Exempts 4 Foreigner Categories From Citizenship Test
Iceland's Ministry of Justice has outlined four categories of foreigners who may be exempted from the citizenship test, including those aged 65+, junior school enrollees, medical cases, and those with qualifying skills.
Osun 2026: 3 Major Contenders for Governorship Election
Osun State's August 15, 2026 governorship election features 14 candidates, with Adeleke, Oyebamiji, and Salam as top contenders.
Australia Sets 75% Pass Mark for 2026 Citizenship Test
Australia requires a 75% score and all five values questions correct to pass the 2026 citizenship test for immigrants applying by conferral.
Australia Launches Citizenship Practice Test Portal
Australia's government launched an online portal where foreigners can practise sample citizenship test questions, with 20 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes.
VP Shettima Begins 2-Week Leave With Reading and Reflection
Vice President Kashim Shettima is spending his two-week leave reading and reflecting, with the Presidency framing the break as a deliberate effort to keep learning for the benefit of his public duties.
Germany Citizenship Test: 33 Questions, 60 Minutes
Germany's citizenship test has 33 questions, 60 minutes, and requires 17 correct answers to pass, per the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees.
Australia Reveals Citizenship Test Locations and Appointments
Australia's Department of Home Affairs details where citizenship tests are held and how applicants are notified, with waiting times varying by location.
US Releases 100 Official Civics Questions for Citizenship
USCIS published 100 civics questions for naturalization. Applicants must answer 6 of 10 correctly. Answers change with officials.
Australia Sets Age Bracket for Citizenship Test Applicants
Australia's Department of Home Affairs mandates the citizenship test for applicants aged 18-59, with identity verification required before the test.
Spain Exempts Spanish Speakers from Language Test for Citizenship
Spain exempts nationals of Spanish-speaking countries from the Spanish language test for citizenship, as confirmed by the Spanish government.
NRS Boss: Tinubu Walks to Office, Eats Once Daily
Zacch Adedeji, NRS chairman, says President Tinubu walks to office and eats once daily, dismissing claims of extravagant living amid Nigeria's economic crisis.
US Military Service Fast-Tracks Citizenship for Foreigners
USCIS confirms faster citizenship for foreigners through US military service in 2026, with reduced requirements and free N-400 filing.
Tupac Murder Trial Begins: Keffe D Faces Court After 30 Years
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis goes on trial for Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder, facing life in prison. The trial starts Aug 10, 2026, in Las Vegas.
Czech Republic Exempts 3 Foreigner Groups From Citizenship Test
Czech Republic exempts three categories of foreigners from its citizenship test: those under 15 or over 65, those unable to learn Czech, and graduates of Czech-language schools.
NZ Citizenship Test: 7 Topics Foreigners Must Know
New Zealand unveils citizenship test topics: Treaty of Waitangi, Bill of Rights, voting, government, travel, crimes. Study materials provided.
Accord Party Dismisses Oyinlola's Endorsement
Accord Party chairman Victor Akande dismissed ex-Gov Oyinlola's backing of APC's Oyebamiji, saying it won't affect Gov Adeleke's reelection chances in the upcoming Osun poll.
Osun 2026: PDP Group Backs APC Candidate Oyebamiji
Former Governor Oyinlola leads PDP members to endorse APC's Bola Oyebamiji for Osun 2026 governorship, citing need for fairness.
US Publishes 100 Citizenship Test Questions and Answers
The US government has released all 100 civics questions for the citizenship test, covering American history and government structure, with answers available on the USCIS website.
USCIS: 12 Correct Answers Needed to Pass Citizenship Test
USCIS requires N-400 applicants to answer 12 of 20 civics questions correctly to pass the naturalisation test, effective October 20, 2025.
Aregbesola: I've Never Slept With Another Woman Since Marriage
Former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola says he has never been intimate with any woman besides his wife, citing devotion to God, and claims divine backing for his gubernatorial bid.
Aregbesola: Never Been with Another Woman Since Marriage
Rauf Aregbesola, ADC national secretary, declared at a campaign rally that he has remained faithful to his wife, Sherifat, since marriage, citing the fear of God.
Australia Lists 3 Docs Exempted Citizenship Applicants Must Bring
Australia requires exempted citizenship applicants to bring a physical photo ID to their interview, listing three accepted forms.
Former Lagos AG Alfred Kasunmu Dies at 85
Alfred Kasunmu, former Lagos attorney-general and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, died on August 9, 2025. He was called to the bar in 1964 and served as AG from 1975 to 1978.
Denmark Exempts Children of Danish Mothers from Citizenship Test
Denmark exempts children born in wedlock to Danish mothers from citizenship and language tests, with no permanent residency requirement.
Tinubu Walks to Office, Eats Once Daily, NRS Boss Claims
NRS boss Zacch Adedeji says President Tinubu walks to work daily, eats once a day, and hasn't left Nigeria in three months, defending his modest lifestyle.
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Coastal Highway: 147 structures affected, 5 for demolition
President Tinubu announces 147 structures in Lagos will be affected by the Coastal Highway service lane, with only five facing full demolition and compensation for affected owners.
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August 2026: 2 key public holidays for Nigerians
August 2026 brings two public holidays: Isese Day on Aug 20 (state-level) and Eid-el-Maulud on Aug 26 (federal, pending confirmation).
6 African Countries Nigerians Can Visit Without a Visa
Chad plans to scrap visas for Africans by 2027. Six African countries, including Rwanda, Kenya, and The Gambia, already offer visa-free access to Nigerians.
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