Angola 2026 Visa-Free List for 16 African Countries
Angola's 2026 visa-free entry list includes 16 African nations for stays up to 30 days under Presidential Decree No. 188/23, covering tourism, business, and medical travel.
Category : Presidential Affairs
Tinubu Appoints NIPC, NEPZA Board Chairpersons
President Tinubu approves Eyitope Kola-Oyeneyin as NIPC chair and Muhammad Hadi Mutallab as NEPZA chair, aiming to boost investment and industrialisation under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Travelling abroad a setback, says Edo governor, pledges ₦41m
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo called travelling abroad a setback and pledged ₦41 million to 41 returnees from South Africa, sparking online backlash.
32 African Countries Visa-Free to South Africa in 2026
South Africa's visa exemption list for 2026 includes 32 African nations. Stays range from 30 to 90 days depending on passport type. Full list inside.
Presidency Dismisses Makinde's UN Probe Call as Unnecessary
The Presidency has rejected Governor Seyi Makinde's call for a UN investigation into the Oyo school abduction, calling it unnecessary and politically motivated.
December 2026 Deadline for NIN Registration; Tinubu Orders NIMC
President Tinubu mandates nationwide NIN registration by December 2026. NIMC partners with private agents, upgrades biometric system to prevent duplicates, aiming for one verified identity per person.
Gowon Defends Buhari, Rejects Claims He Favoured the North
Yakubu Gowon defended Muhammadu Buhari against claims he favoured the North, stating Buhari treated all states equally and governed for all Nigerians.
PFIPC: Adeyemi demands independent panel from Tinubu, cites safety fears
Adeniyi Adeyemi, PFIPC director-general, urges President Tinubu to set up an independent multi-stakeholder panel, arguing the ICPC cannot credibly probe the scandal due to executive ties.
BCDA Crisis: Ousted Boss Refuses to Vacate, Presidency Backs New DG
Dr Dakorinama Alabo George, replaced as BCDA Executive Secretary, refuses to vacate office. Presidency confirms Abdulrazak Sa'ad Namdas remains DG, rejecting reinstatement claims.
Rivers LG Chairmen Back Tinubu for 2027 Re-election
All 23 Rivers LG chairmen declared support for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election, predicting a 'walkover' due to broad political alignment.
Buhari Remembrance: Shettima, Aisha, Leaders Unite in Abuja
Vice President Shettima represented Tinubu at Muhammadu Buhari's first-year remembrance in Abuja, joined by Aisha Buhari, family, and top leaders for prayers and tributes.
Umahi Breaks Silence on Nurse's Death at His Ebonyi Home
David Umahi addresses the death of nurse Mary Habila at his residence, denies cover-up, orders autopsy, and vows legal action against spreaders of misinformation.
President can intervene if governors abuse state police - Barau
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin says proposed state police framework includes safeguards allowing president to intervene if governors misuse the outfit, complementing Nigeria Police Force.
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NIMC DG admits NIN cannot trace kidnappers, explains gaps
NIMC DG Abisoye Coker-Odusote admits NIN cannot always trace kidnappers, citing use of victims' phones and possible non-enrollment of criminals in Nigeria's identity database.
Tinubu orders NIMC to enrol all Nigerians in ID database by Dec 2026
President Tinubu has directed NIMC to capture every Nigerian in the national identity database before December 2026, with the enrolment drive expected to determine Nigeria's actual population, currently estimated between 200 million and 250 million.
Senator Lindsey Graham cause of death revealed
A ruptured aorta from chronic heart disease is the preliminary cause of death for U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, per D.C. medical examiner, pending final tests.
US Launches New Strikes on Iran, Hits Dozens of Targets
The US military launched a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iran, hitting dozens of targets including air-defense systems and radar sites, to weaken Tehran's ability to target commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
FAAN defends airport taxi charge hike, upgrade policy
FAAN defends increased operational charges for airport taxi operators and the vehicle upgrade policy, citing passenger safety and service quality improvements.
Trump's Independence Day Speech Amid Indigenous Rights Controversy
Trump's Mount Rushmore speech on US 250th anniversary draws criticism from Indigenous leaders and historians, highlighting deep divisions over American democracy and colonial legacy.
Poverty, housing instability shape early childhood development in Nigeria
In Karshi, Nigeria, children like Marvellous face poverty, unstable housing, and food insecurity, disrupting early development. Experts warn these conditions affect brain growth and learning.
Udom Emmanuel at 60: Tributes from Aides, Supporters, and Governor Eno
Former Akwa Ibom Governor Udom Emmanuel turned 60 on July 11, drawing tributes from former aides, PDP supporters, and Governor Umo Eno, who praised his legacy.
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71, hawkish foreign policy
US Senator Lindsey Graham has died at 71 after a brief illness. The Republican from South Carolina was known for his hawkish foreign policy, urging wars in Iraq, Iran, and elsewhere.
Former Emir of Qatar Hamad Al Thani Dies at 74
Former Emir of Qatar Hamad Al Thani, who ruled from 1995 to 2013, has died at 74. Qatar announces four days of mourning as tributes pour in globally.
Qatar Mourns Former Emir Sheikh Hamad Dead at 74
Qatar announces four-day national mourning after former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74. Government offices closed from July 13 to 19.
Nigeria-UAE Ties Deepen as Tinubu Hosts Emirati Minister
President Tinubu hosted UAE Minister Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Al Nahyan at State House, Abuja, as both nations expand cooperation in agriculture, banking, energy, AI, and infrastructure, with First Abu Dhabi Bank set to enter Lagos.
Qatar's Former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Dies at 74
Qatar's former emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at 74. He transformed the nation into a global powerhouse, launching Al Jazeera and securing the 2022 World Cup.
Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Sudden Illness
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a key ally of US President Donald Trump, has died at 71 after a brief illness, ending a two-decade career shaping US foreign policy.
Adeboye Recounts God's Promise on Oyo Pupils Release
Pastor Enoch Adeboye reveals God promised dramatic release of abducted Oyo schoolchildren, fulfilled after 57 days in captivity.
Iran Leader Vows Revenge for Father's Killing
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge for his father's death, while Trump warns of overwhelming military retaliation if any assassination attempt occurs.
UAE Visa-on-Arrival: South African Conditions Explained
South African passport holders can get UAE visa-on-arrival from 25 June 2026, but only if they hold a valid residence permit from one of nine approved countries like the US, UK, or EU states.
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