Portable, Charles Okocha Trade Insults in Boxing Rematch Face-Off
Portable and Charles Okocha clashed verbally on live TV ahead of their July 31 celebrity boxing rematch, with Portable throwing fake punches and forcing the presenter to intervene.
Category : Politics
8 APC Senatorial Aspirants Sue Over Primaries
At least eight aspirants who contested APC senatorial primaries in May 2026 have filed Federal High Court suits challenging the outcomes, with cases in seven states.
Apologises to Single Mothers After Becoming One
A relationship coach who harshly judged single mothers for years publicly apologises after her husband left her for a single mother, leaving her a single mother of four.
Osun SSG Arrested for Vote Buying, Police Recover N4.8m
Osun State Police arrested SSG Teslim Igbalaye and five others for alleged vote buying, recovering N4.81 million and electoral materials in Osogbo.
France Orders Russian Commentator Expelled for Disinformation
France has ordered pro-Russia TV commentator Xenia Fedorova to leave the country, accusing her of being a conduit for Kremlin-backed disinformation campaigns aimed at destabilizing public order and undermining confidence in French institutions.
Lagos Youth Council Praises Chairman's First Year
NYCN Mosan Okunola commends Hon. Adunni Akindele for road construction, school renovations, ambulance provision, and youth empowerment initiatives in her first year as LCDA chairman.
Appeal Court Nullifies Accord Party Deregistration Order
Nigeria's Court of Appeal overturned a Federal High Court order directing INEC to deregister Accord and four other parties, calling it a victory for democracy.
Turkey Sets 3-Year Marriage Rule for Foreign Spouses
Turkey requires foreign spouses to be married to a Turkish citizen for at least three years before applying for citizenship, according to Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901.
Monaco Citizenship: 10-Year Residency Requirement Explained
Foreigners must live in Monaco for at least 10 years after turning 18 to apply for citizenship, but the Sovereign Prince holds final discretion and may waive the requirement.
Women's Rights Group Cries Foul Over Plans to Remove Bayelsa LG Chair
The Centre for Women’s Rights and Development Initiative (CWRDI) has raised alarm over reported plans to suspend or remove the only female local government chairperson in Bayelsa State, calling for due process and constitutional adherence.
Police Arrest Osun SSG, Recover Over N4.8m in Raid
Osun Police arrested SSG Teslim Igbalaye and five others, recovering N4.8m, voter cards, and electronics. State government accuses police of unlawful entry without warrant.
Obi Meets Obasanjo Amid Sponsorship Controversies
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi met former President Obasanjo on Wednesday, July 29, as debate rages over Obasanjo's political allegiances ahead of the 2027 election.
Ayodele Warns Tinubu: US Reliance Dangerous
Primate Elijah Ayodele warns President Tinubu that relying on US support could jeopardize his health, reputation, and second-term bid, alleging America has its own preferred candidate for 2027.
Czech Republic Reveals Residency Rules for Citizenship
The Czech Republic has published the exact number of years foreigners must live in the country as permanent residents before applying for citizenship, with EU nationals facing a shorter wait.
2026 African Passport Ranking: Seychelles Leads, Somalia Lowest
IziVisas' 2026 African Passport Ranking shows Seychelles offers access to 114 destinations, while Somalia only 27, highlighting stark travel inequality across the continent.
Croatia Outlines Seven Pathways to Citizenship for Foreigners
Croatia's government website has published seven official grounds through which foreign nationals can apply for Croatian citizenship, covering residency, birth, marriage, and more.
UK Lists 3 Marriage Requirements for England and Wales
Couples must be 18+, not already married or in a civil partnership, and not closely related to marry in England and Wales, UK government guidance states.
Trump Rule May Slash US Economy by $400 Billion
A new Trump administration policy limiting international student stays to four years could cut US economic output by up to $400 billion annually, according to a Peterson Institute report.
Norway Lists 7 Citizenship Requirements for Foreigners
Norway has published seven official conditions immigrants must meet before applying for citizenship, including residency, language skills, and a clean criminal record.
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WASPAN Appeals FCCPC Ruling on Emergency Airtime Loans
The Wireless Application Service Providers Association of Nigeria has appealed a court ruling upholding FCCPC's power to regulate emergency airtime credit, potentially affecting 40 million subscribers and a ₦400 billion industry.
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Appeal Court Restores ADC and Four Other Parties
The Court of Appeal has overturned the deregistration of five political parties, including ADC, restoring their legal status and eligibility for the 2027 general elections.
Austria Citizenship: 10-Year Residency, 5 with Permit
Austria's government mandates 10 years of legal residence, with at least 5 years on a formal residence permit, for foreign citizenship eligibility.
US Passport Holders Must Sign Immediately: New Advisory
The US Department of State advises all passport holders aged 16 and above to sign their passport in blue or black ink, while parents must sign for children under 16.
NITDA Licenses Tech Firms for Software Testing Framework
NITDA introduces a licensing framework for tech firms to conduct software testing, aiming to boost quality and cybersecurity. The policy takes effect in 2026.
Switzerland Lists 6 Citizenship Requirements for Foreigners
Switzerland's State Secretariat for Migration has published six conditions foreigners must meet for ordinary naturalisation, including residence and integration criteria, plus fees that vary by age and marital status.
Atiku Tells Tinubu to Wrestle Failures, Not Opposition
Atiku Abubakar responds to Tinubu's 'wrestle opponents' remark, urging him to tackle hunger, insecurity, and economic crisis instead of political rivals before 2027.
Portugal Lists 6 Conditions for Foreigners Citizenship
Portugal has outlined six conditions foreigners must meet for citizenship, including residency of 7 years for EU/Portuguese-speaking nationals and up to 10 years for others, plus financial independence and knowledge tests.
Austria's Two Official Paths to Citizenship: Descent and Award
Austria's government website confirms only two pathways to acquire citizenship: by descent (birth to an Austrian parent) and by award (naturalisation with application). No other routes exist.
UK Explains 2 Core Benefits of British Citizenship
The UK government has clarified that British citizenship grants two fundamental rights: freedom to live and work anywhere in the UK without immigration controls, and eligibility for a UK passport.
FIFA Offers $40M per Member to Back World Cup Stake Sale
FIFA offers member associations $40 million each to back selling a $4 billion World Cup stake, deadline Sept 19, drawing backlash from UEFA and AFC.
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