Nigerians top list of asylum seekers in Ireland
Nigeria has become the leading country of origin for asylum seekers in Ireland, according to the latest data from the Department of Justice, Home Affairs, and Migration. Asylum is protection given to people fleeing danger or persecution in their home countries, and an asylum seeker is someone who has applied for this protection and is […]
U.S Soldier Searches For Her Nigerian Father
A woman serving in the U.S. Army is asking for help to find her father. Her name is Zainab James. She says her father is Nigerian and his name might be Lateef Quadri. Zainab was born in 1994 in Brooklyn, New York. Her mother is Jamaican. Her father was not there when she was born […]
Dutch-Nigerian Entrepreneur Rebukes Kemi Badenoch For Renouncing Nigerian Identity
Dutch-Nigerian businessman Dr. Wiebe Boer has spoken out against UK opposition leader Kemi Badenoch after she said she no longer identifies as Nigerian. Boer described her remarks as troubling and damaging to how people view heritage and representation. Boer, who was born and raised in Nigeria before becoming a Dutch citizen, shared his thoughts in […]
My main identity is British. That is how I see myself – Kemi Badenoch clarifies reports of her denying her Nigerian identity
UK Conservative Party politician Kemi Badenoch has responded to questions about her identity, following reports that she no longer considers herself Nigerian. The clarification came after remarks she made during an appearance on the Rosebud podcast hosted by former MP and TV presenter Gyles Brandreth. On the podcast, Badenoch said she is Nigerian by ancestry […]
Visa restrictions: Nigerian Govt reiterates commitment to cordial diplomatic ties with US, UAE
The Nigerian government has assured the public that it remains committed to maintaining strong and friendly relationships with both the United States and the United Arab Emirates. This reassurance came in a statement from Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, released in Abuja on Tuesday. The announcement followed recent changes […]
Full text of President Tinubu’s 2nd year anniversary statement
”Fellow Nigerians, as we mark the second anniversary of our government, I appreciate your strength and fearless spirit. Two years ago, you gave me the important duty to lead our country during tough times. Together, we have faced these difficulties with courage and determination.” ”The economic situation I found when I took office needed a […]
29-year-old Nigerian-British elected UK’s youngest Mayor
Princess Opeyemi Bright has made history as the youngest person ever elected Mayor in the United Kingdom. At the age of just 29, she now serves as the First Citizen of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. She officially took on the role on May 16, 2025. Born in the UK to Nigerian parents, […]
Italy-based Nigerian businesswoman escapes death by whiskers as ex-husband allegedly sets her house ablaze in Edo
In a shocking incident on New Year’s Day, Tina Uyi, a 54-year-old businesswoman based in Italy, narrowly survived an alleged arson attack in Benin City, Edo State. Her ex-husband, Osaro Ahunwan, 55, reportedly set her house ablaze after she refused to let him inside. The incident occurred at Tina’s home on Iduomwina Street, Isihor community, […]
Nigerian Man Released from Death Row in Indonesia Thanks to Pro Bono Lawyer
Emmanuel Ihejirika, a Nigerian man sentenced to death in Indonesia for drug trafficking, has been released from prison after several years, thanks to the dedicated work of Nigerian lawyer Emmanuel Isha Ogebe. Ogebe, based in Washington, D.C., took on Ihejirika’s case pro bono, believing that Ihejirika had been wrongly convicted. His efforts included presenting the […]
I’m Ready to Take Hard Decisions to Move Nigeria Forward – President Tinubu Says
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the need for bold reforms and hard decisions to drive Nigeria’s development during his recent visit to China. Addressing Nigerians in China, the President described the trip as a success, noting that his meetings with Chinese leaders focused on improving cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, trade, finance, and energy. […]