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Okonjo-Iweala dances with community during home visit
WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala was celebrated with songs, dance, and tributes by her Delta community during a home visit, days after the state's economic summit.
Category : Foreign Relations
UK Names Vicky Seymour Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria
The UK has appointed Vicky Seymour as Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, succeeding Gill Lever OBE, with a focus on economic growth, security, and migration.
SA Seeks New Rules for Ex-Presidents' Foreign Trips
South Africa's foreign minister proposes new protocols requiring former presidents to disclose foreign travel details after Jacob Zuma's India trip with Ajay Gupta sparked uproar.
Canada Express Entry Draw Invites 3,000 CEC Candidates
IRCC issued 3,000 Express Entry invitations in a CEC draw on Aug 5, 2026, with CRS cutoff at 516, matching July 21. Total invitations this year reach 108,123.
Australia's New Skilled Visa Priority Order Takes Effect
Australia's Ministerial Direction 119, effective July 25, 2026, prioritizes skilled visa processing for law enforcement, defence, healthcare, teaching, and construction roles, replacing Direction 105.
Italy Lists 5 Mandatory Documents for Foreign Spouses
Italy requires 5 documents for foreign spouses seeking citizenship, including birth certificate, criminal record, ID, fee receipt, and B1 language proof, with exemptions.
US Revokes Brazil Ambassador's Visa in Standoff
The Trump administration revoked Brazil's Ambassador to the US visa, citing Brazil's delay in approving the US nominee for ambassador, deepening tensions.
Canada Lists 8 Firms to Sponsor Foreign Workers Without LMIA
Canada unveils 8 high-growth companies eligible to sponsor foreign workers, including Nigerians, under a special work permit stream without LMIA, easing skilled migration.
US Resumes Deportation Flights to Venezuela After Quakes
The US resumed deportations to Venezuela with 147 migrants on Monday, the first flight since June's earthquakes killed over 6,000 and halted the programme.
Iran denies US talks despite Trump's claim
Iran denies planned talks with US after Trump's claim, but confirms ongoing negotiations with Oman over Strait of Hormuz.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US Makes $20,000 Visa Bond Permanent for 50 Countries
The US has made its $20,000 refundable visa bond programme permanent for travellers from 50 countries, including Nigeria, affecting B1/B2 visa applicants.
Taiwan Suspends Moroccan Visa Applications Reciprocally
Taiwan suspends visa applications from Moroccan nationals after Rabat halts Taiwanese travel permits, triggering a fresh bilateral diplomatic row.
Finland Visa-Free List Includes Only Two African Countries
Finland grants visa-free entry to citizens of about 60 countries, but only Seychelles and Mauritius from Africa make the list. Learn the full details here.
Canada Citizenship: Nigerians Need 2 Key Documents
Nigerians claiming Canadian citizenship by descent must now submit birth and marriage certificates, as IRCC tightens rules and processing times nearly double.
UAE Lists 7 Reasons for Dubai Visa Rejections, Solutions
UAE lists 7 common reasons Dubai visa applications are rejected, including incorrect details and nationality restrictions, and shares 5 solutions to avoid refusal.
Germany Lists 2 Grounds for Automatic Visa Rejection
Germany will automatically reject any visa application with forged documents or false information, and offenders face a Schengen-wide entry ban.
Only 2 African Countries Can Enter Spain Visa-Free in 2026
Spain has confirmed that only Mauritius and Seychelles from Africa qualify for visa-free Schengen short stays amid misleading online claims.
US Visa Bond: Full List of 50 Countries Including Nigeria
The US makes visa bond program permanent for 50 countries, including Nigeria, with refundable deposits of $5,000 to $15,000 for B1/B2 visitor visas.
South Africa Xenophobia Strains Pan-African Unity
Xenophobic violence in South Africa has killed seven, forced thousands to flee, and sparked crises with Nigeria and Ghana, threatening Pan-African unity.
Hamas, Israel Disagree on Trump's Gaza Disarmament Deal
Hamas and Israel clash over sequencing: withdrawal first or disarmament first? Trump's Gaza plan remains ambiguous amid 70,000 Palestinian deaths.
Italy suspends Schengen with Spain over Ceuta migrants
Italy has suspended the Schengen free-travel arrangement with Spain for one month following 60,000 migrant arrivals in Ceuta, sparking a diplomatic row.
Kuwait Ban on Nigerian Domestic Workers: FG Clarifies
Ministry officially clarifies Kuwait didn't impose fresh ban on Nigerian domestic workers; Nigeria requested suspension years ago over welfare.
US Warns Americans in Middle East to Prepare for Departure
US State Department renews Middle East travel advisory, urging Americans to depart or prepare for escalation as Washington weighs fresh strikes on Iran.
Canada's 10 Tips for Visa Applicants to Avoid Delays
Canada's immigration department lists 10 tips to help visa and citizenship applicants avoid processing delays by submitting complete applications.
US Lists 7 Key Reasons Visa Applications Get Denied
The U.S. State Department lists seven grounds for visa denial, including insufficient documents, criminal records, and failure to meet requirements.
Trump Pauses Iran Attacks as Deal Framework Emerges
Trump says the US agreed to pause attacks on Iran after being asked to hold off as a deal framework emerges, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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