Lumumba Urges Nigeria to Scrap Visa Rules for Africans
Prof. PLO Lumumba urges Nigeria to abolish visa requirements for Africans, citing AfCFTA benefits, at the 2026 Delta State Economic and Investment Summit.
Category : Politics
State Police Bill: Gbajabiamila Sets Sept 3 for Draft
Nigeria's state police bill draft will be presented to President Tinubu by September 3, 2026, after a seven-week drafting window, says Gbajabiamila.
Wike-Backed PDP Hails INEC Publication of Onor for 2027
Wike-backed PDP welcomes INEC's official publication of Senator Sandy Onor as its 2027 presidential candidate, ending speculation and dealing a blow to the rival Turaki faction.
Atiku Knocks Tinubu's GDP Claims, Cites IMF Poverty Data
Atiku Abubakar rejects Tinubu's GDP celebration, citing IMF data that 63% of Nigerians live in poverty, and urges focus on living standards.
Cardinal warns APC certainty could trigger voter apathy in 2027
Cardinal Onaiyekan warns that if Nigerians believe APC is certain to win 2027, voter apathy could erode the next government's legitimacy, urging INEC reforms.
Nauru Renamed Republic of Naoero in 2026
Nauru officially changes name to Republic of Naoero in 2026, restoring traditional spelling and pronunciation, with new international code NRO.
Algeria Visa Exemption List for African Countries Revealed
Algeria exempts citizens of only 7 African nations from visa requirements, including Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Seychelles, Tunisia, and Sahrawi Republic. Most Africans still need visas.
Tinubu Backs Umahi Amid Calls for His Sack Over Nurse's Death
President Tinubu has rejected calls to sack Minister Umahi over nurse Mary Habila's death, urging him to focus on road projects despite a N20bn lawsuit.
Qatar unveils 10-year residence permits for executives, entrepreneurs
Qatar introduces two new 10-year residence permits for senior executives and entrepreneurs, with salary and investment requirements, as part of its Vision 2030 plan.
Soludo Explains Anambra's World Bank Loan Withdrawal
Anambra Governor Soludo reveals why the state withdrew from a World Bank loan, citing fiscal prudence and unfavorable terms, impacting development projects.
FG Bans MDAs From Awarding Contracts Without Cash Backing
FG bans MDAs from awarding contracts without cash backing to curb fiscal indiscipline. New policy effective immediately.
Atiku Slams Tinubu's Economic Claims, Cites 767 Factory Shutdowns
Atiku Abubakar rejects Tinubu's economic defence, citing MAN data: 767 factories shut, 335 distressed, N2.14tn unsold goods.
Rufai Oseni Slams APC Hypocrisy Over Cardinal Onaiyekan
Rufai Oseni berates APC for attacking Cardinal Onaiyekan after praising him in 2014 for criticizing Jonathan, calling them hypocritical.
UK Citizenship Routes Explained for Foreigners
UK government details various paths to citizenship, including residency, marriage, and ancestry; requirements range from 3 to 5 years.
PFN Bishop Oke Vows to Defy Bus Preaching Ban
PFN President Bishop Wale Oke has vowed that Christians will break the new law penalizing preaching in buses with a N50,000 fine, daring the government to arrest them.
Spain's Permanent Residency Document Requirements
Spain has published the exact documents for permanent residency, including passport, fee evidence, and padrón, with in-person submissions at provincial offices.
Gumi Says Clerics in Politics Better Than Prayer Mat Ones
Sheikh Gumi backs clerics in politics, saying those who bear its rigours are better than those who only pray for politicians. He made the remark on Facebook.
Kalu Backs Catholic Bishops, Says Hardship Not Tinubu's Fault
Kalu backs Catholic bishops on Nigeria hardship, says President Tinubu is not to blame, and accuses politicians of hiding the truth from him.
Nigerian Man: Raising Children Abroad Has Zero Advantage
Nigerian man Okunne Iguana declares parents gain zero benefit from raising children abroad, sparking online debate with his bold TikTok video.
Sultan of Sokoto Did Not Endorse Tinubu, Fact-Check Finds
Fact-check: Sultan of Sokoto did not endorse Tinubu's re-election; he was commending the new livestock ministry at a MACBAN conference, says DUBAWA.
Spain Sets 5-Year Residency Rule for Permanent Residency
Spain requires five years continuous legal residency for permanent residency, with early options for retirees, incapacitated workers, and spouses of citizens.
US Denmark Norway Citizenship Residency Years Requirements
Foreigners seeking citizenship in the US, Denmark, or Norway must meet strict residency rules—five, nine, or eight years—before applying.
Kano Senator Rufai Hanga Resigns from NDC Ahead of 2027
Senator Rufai Hanga has quit the NDC and is set to join the APC, a major realignment ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections.
Canada IRCC: 10 Application Mistakes Foreigners Should Avoid
Canada's IRCC published 10 tips to help foreigners avoid mistakes when applying for visas, permanent residence, or citizenship. Learn the common errors here.
Sweden Lists 4 Categories Eligible for Permanent Residency
Sweden's Migration Agency outlines four foreigner categories eligible for permanent residency, requiring work, self-employment, doctoral studies, or family ties.
PFN President Vows to Break Bus Preaching Ban Law
PFN President Bishop Francis Wale Oke has vowed that 65 million Christians will defy the Senate's proposed ban on preaching in commercial vehicles, urging them to preach in buses and taxis.
UAE Job Seeker Visa for Graduates Without Sponsor
UAE introduces Job Seeker Visa for foreign graduates to find work without a local sponsor, offering 60, 90, or 120-day validity.
Australia New Family Visa Rule Prioritizes Onshore
Australia's new Direction 117 prioritises onshore family visa applicants, placing partner and child visas ahead of parent and relative applications.
ADC Southwest Leaders Reject Aregbesola Removal Bid
ADC Southwest leaders reject a petition to remove Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary, calling it baseless and blaming loyalists of Kachikwu Ibe and Abejide.
Primate Ayodele Prophesies Tinubu's 2027 Re-election Hurdle
Primate Elijah Ayodele warns President Tinubu's 2027 re-election is at risk if opposition parties coordinate, and says northern voters are an unsettled wildcard.
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