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Diaspora News Today: Ohanaeze Urges Diaspora-Based Igbo Leaders to Return Home

  • Jan 26
  • 2 min read

Ohanaeze Ndigbo’s faction called on prominent Igbo leaders abroad to return to the South-East in 2026 to help address political, economic, and cultural challenges. The group argues that their prolonged absence weakens leadership structures and mentoring of younger leaders, urging retirees to reconnect physically with their homeland to restore confidence and cohesion. 


Kenyan Lawmakers Push National ID for Diaspora Voting

Kenyan legislators proposed allowing the national identity card to be used for diaspora voting, aiming to remove the passport requirement that excludes many overseas citizens. Supporters say this would boost participation and inclusivity, while critics highlight potential security and verification challenges. The reform is part of broader electoral changes ahead of national polls. 







Nigerian-Irish Councillor Targeted in Racially Motivated Attack in Navan

Councillor Yemi Adenuga, a Nigerian-Irish politician in County Meath, Ireland, was verbally abused and spat on in a racially motivated incident. The attacker made xenophobic remarks and told her to leave the country. Adenuga described the episode as frightening and stressed the need for stronger action against rising intolerance and racial hostility. 







Nigerian-Born Nurse Stripped of Licence in Australia Over Sleeping on Duty



Chimzuruoke Okembunachi, a Nigerian-born nurse in Australia, had her nursing licence deregistered after a tribunal found she repeatedly slept during night shifts at an aged care facility, compromising patient safety. Incidents included missing medication administrations and improper tasking of assistants, leading to a finding of professional misconduct and licence cancellation. 



Diaspora Group Raises Alarm Over Effectiveness of U.S.–Nigeria Security Talks as Kaduna Abductions Persist

A U.S.-based Nigerian advocacy group warned that the new U.S.–Nigeria Working Group on Security and Religious Freedom risks failure unless it delivers actionable results, particularly in rescuing abducted Christians in Kaduna State. The group stressed that meaningful outcomes and dismantling armed networks are critical to rebuilding trust and protecting displaced communities. 





Brazilian National Arrested at Abuja Airport With 30kg of Heroin Hidden in Coffee Packs

NDLEA operatives arrested a Brazilian woman at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport after discovering 30.09kg of heroin concealed in coffee packs. The suspect 30-year-old Ingrid Rosa Benevides,  claimed ignorance of the drug contents. Authorities called the seizure the largest heroin interception at the airport and simultaneously intercepted opioid pills and a major cannabis shipment at other checkpoints. 





Afro-Arab Youths, NAMYO Host Diaspora Forum in London

The Afro-Arab Youths Council and NAMYO held a hybrid Diaspora Youths Information and Engagement Forum in London, convening African and Afro-Arab youth leaders and stakeholders. The event focused on enhancing diaspora youth leadership, engagement, and cooperation, encouraging action-oriented programmes and stronger institutional partnerships to advance global youth participation.  https://www.diasporanews.ng/post/afro-arab-youths-namyo-host-diaspora-forum-in-london


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