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.
Category : Politics
Fubara Appoints Six New Permanent Secretaries in Rivers
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved six new Permanent Secretaries, with swearing-in set for July 29, 2026, at Government House, Port Harcourt.
US to end visa services in Abuja, 24 other African cities from Aug 2026
The United States will discontinue routine visa services at its embassy in Abuja and 24 other African diplomatic posts from August 1, 2026, as part of a restructuring to enhance security and reduce costs.
Ireland Releases 7-Step Citizenship Guide for Foreigners
Ireland's Department of Justice has released a seven-step official guide outlining requirements foreigners must meet before applying for citizenship, with warnings that incomplete applications can lead to delays, refusal, and loss of fees.
China Reveals Key Condition for Foreign Citizenship
China's government publishes official conditions for foreigners to become citizens, including settling in the country as a standalone qualifying route.
APC resolves guber primary crises in four states
APC has submitted governorship candidates for 27 states to INEC, resolving primary disputes in Kwara, Oyo, Bauchi, and Adamawa ahead of the 2027 elections.
Saudi Arabia Lists 2 Conditions for Special Passport 2026
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry has announced two non-negotiable documents required for diplomatic or special passport applications in 2026, including an employer letter and national ID copy.
Qatar Citizenship Fee: QAR 3,000 for Foreigners
Qatar's official website lists QAR 3,000 (over N1 million) as the citizenship application fee for foreigners, with additional charges depending on the applicant's circumstances.
Portugal Citizenship: Residency Years by Nationality
Portugal requires 7 years residency for EU and Portuguese-speaking nationals, 10 years for others before citizenship. Children born in Portugal to foreign parents need a parent with 5 years legal residence.
Canada Citizenship Test: Who Must Take It and How It Works
Canada's IRCC confirms most citizenship applicants aged 18-54 must pass a test, with three attempts allowed, either online or in person.
Qatar Marriage Conditions for Foreign Women in 2026
Qatar's Ministry of Justice requires foreign women to meet three conditions under Law No. 21 of 1989 before marrying Qatari men, with exceptions for GCC citizens, cousins, and those with Qatari mothers.
Belgium's 4 conditions for foreign citizenship applicants
Belgium requires foreigners to demonstrate exceptional merit in scientific, sporting, or sociocultural fields among four conditions for citizenship by naturalisation.
India Reveals 5 Ways Foreigners Can Acquire Citizenship
India's government has officially outlined five distinct pathways for foreigners to obtain citizenship, including by birth, descent, naturalisation, registration, and incorporation of territory, along with required documents.
Ireland Citizenship: 5 Routes for Foreigners
Ireland's government details five naturalisation routes for foreign nationals, including residency, marriage, descent, minors, and refugee status.
Ukraine: 5-Year Residency Required for Citizenship
Ukraine's State Migration Service clarifies that foreigners must have five years of continuous legal residency before applying for citizenship under Article 9 of the citizenship law.
Tinubu Urged to Sanction Schools Over NELFUND Refund Delays
NANS calls on President Tinubu to penalize tertiary institutions withholding NELFUND refunds and charging inflated tuition fees, affecting thousands of students.
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Lagos Digital Building Insurance Targets 500,000 Buildings
Lagos State launches LAGBIS, Africa's first digital building insurance scheme, aiming to protect 500,000 buildings after ₦19.7 billion in fire losses.
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Babachir Lawal's Explosive Interview: 10 Revelations
In a nearly 30-minute interview, former SGF Babachir Lawal accuses President Tinubu of abandoning democratic ideals, centralizing power, and weakening institutions, while sharing personal stories about Buhari.
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FCC Lists 7 Mistakes Costing Nigerians Federal Govt Jobs
The Federal Character Commission warns job seekers against seven common errors, including paying recruiters and using fake portals, that hinder government employment chances.
Atiku slams Tinubu over 4790 billion naira borrowing overrun
Atiku Abubakar criticizes Tinubu's government for borrowing 4790 billion naira above approved limit despite 7980 billion naira oil windfall
Qatar Lists 6 Categories Banned from Marrying Foreigners in 2026
Qatar's Ministry of Justice has outlined six categories of citizens prohibited from marrying foreigners in 2026, including ministers, military officers, diplomats, and scholarship students, with exceptions for GCC nationals and Emir's approval.
Italy Sets Conditions for Foreign Spouses Citizenship
Italy's government has outlined conditions for foreign spouses married to Italian citizens to apply for citizenship, including a 3-year waiting period halved for couples with children.
Saudi Arabia Issues Two Hard Work Visa Requirements for 2026
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published two non-negotiable conditions for obtaining a work visa for diplomatic missions: online application via the ministry portal and completion in Arabic.
Ukraine Lists 6 Conditions for Foreign Citizenship in 2026
Ukraine's State Migration Service has released six legal conditions foreigners must simultaneously meet before applying for citizenship, including 5-year continuous residency.
Lagos Police Chief at Tinubu Youth Event Sparks Fury
Lagos Police Commissioner CP Tijani Fatai faces calls for suspension after attending the City Boy Movement inauguration, a youth group aligned with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, sparking accusations of political bias ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Trump to Honor Teen Lifeguard with Top Civilian Medal
President Trump announces he will present one of the highest US civilian honors to a 16-year-old lifeguard who risked his life to save a drowning boy in rough seas.
INEC Dismisses False Viral Graphic on 2027 Election Timetable
INEC has dismissed a viral graphic falsely claiming changes to the 2027 election timetable, reiterating that all campaign deadlines are fixed in its official schedule released in February 2026.
Netherlands Citizenship: Stay Duration and Exceptions
The Netherlands requires five years of residency for naturalisation, but exceptions exist for spouses, partners, and those with prior residency. Key conditions explained.
Netherlands 10 Conditions Dutch Citizenship 2026
The Netherlands Immigration Service published 10 requirements foreigners must meet for Dutch citizenship through naturalisation in 2026, including five-year residency and language exam.
Nigeria eVisa 2026: Nigerians Can Visit 60+ Countries Online
Nigerian passport holders can access at least 60 countries in 2026 via eVisa, eliminating embassy visits. The list spans Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Middle East.
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