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The UK has expanded its list of companies authorized to sponsor work visas, now totaling 119,195 organizations. This development offers increased job opportunities for Nigerians in sectors like technology, healthcare, and education. Nigerians are encouraged to explore these companies for...
NIDCOM boss Abike Dabiri-Erewa released the photo of Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian woman in Canada who allegedly threatened her compatriots on TikTok. The incident sparked outrage, leading to calls for her deportation. Sunnberger deleted her account, and Nigerian authorities in Canada...
Nicholas, a 26-year-old photographer, was imprisoned after resigning via text from his job. His boss, a politician, filed charges against him. Despite a letter withdrawing the charges, Nicholas remained incarcerated for weeks. Public outrage grew on social media, demanding accountability for the...
A Canada-based Nigerian Igbo woman's inflammatory remarks about Yoruba and Edo compatriots sparked widespread outrage online. Critics condemned her comments as divisive and not representative of Igbo values, with calls for legal action and workplace repercussions. The incident highlights ongoing...
Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, raises concerns over the deteriorating health of Tigran Gambaryan, a detained executive in Nigeria. Teng calls for Gambaryan's release for urgent medical treatment, criticizing the Nigerian government's handling of the situation amidst allegations of tax evasion and...
Four Nigerians have been jailed in the UK for forging over 2,000 marriage certificates, allowing illegal residency. The criminals were part of an organized gang targeting the EU Settlement Scheme. The Home Office investigation uncovered their fraudulent activities, leading to their conviction...
NAFDAC clarifies that it did not advise Nigerians to avoid eating bread, countering a misleading video. The agency reassured the public of its commitment to food safety, warning against the use of unapproved additives like saccharine in bread, and emphasizing strict regulatory standards. The...
The Nigerian Federal Government has mandated that students must be at least 18 years old to take the WASSCE and JAMB exams starting in 2025. The decision has sparked reactions from teachers and parents, with concerns about its impact on gifted students and calls for policy reevaluation. The...
A recent video captured a shocking fight between Nigerian and Ghanaian prostitutes in France over territory control. The incident highlights the alarming exploitation faced by African migrants, prompting discussions on the vulnerability and struggles of individuals in the sex trade abroad In a...
Shafi’u Umar Tureta, aide to former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal, has been remanded in custody for allegedly insulting current Governor Ahmad Aliyu on Facebook. The charges, including defamation, arise from posts mocking the governor's English proficiency and sharing controversial videos...
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