SPOTLIGHT

The Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Diaspora Affairs, Jermaine Sanwo-Olu, has been formally recognised on the Senate Floor at the Georgia State Capitol during an official visit focused on strengthening diaspora engagement and international partnerships. The recognition was facilitated by Georgia State Senator Donzella J. James, who honoured Jermaine Sanwo-Olu in acknowledgment of his role in advancing diaspora relations and fostering stronger connections betw

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled plans to grow diaspora remittances to $1 billion monthly by the end of 2026, positioning inflows from Nigerians abroad as a key pillar of the country’s foreign exchange stability. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso disclosed this during the first Monetary Policy Forum of 2026 held in Abuja, where he outlined the bank’s ongoing economic reforms and their impact on the financial system. He explained that recent restructuring of the forei

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday received the Vice President and Foreign Minister of Switzerland, Ignazio Cassis, along with members of a high-level delegation in Abuja. The Swiss official arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, where he was formally welcomed by Nigerian government representatives. According to official sources, the visit is aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between Nigeria and

The Nigerian Presidency has addressed confusion surrounding the recent migration agreement signed with the United Kingdom during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit. Officials emphasised that the deal does not require Nigeria to admit foreign nationals. The agreement, formalised through a 12-page Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), is aimed at enhancing cooperation on migration management and combating irregular migration between the two countries. Signed by Nigeria’s Minister

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the significant role of Nigerian-trained doctors in the United Kingdom’s healthcare system, noting their strong presence within the National Health Service (NHS). Speaking during a state banquet at Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles III, Tinubu said Nigerian medical professionals rank among the largest groups of international workers supporting the NHS. He described their contribution as vital to healthcare delivery across the UK. Th

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has arrived in the United Kingdom to begin a landmark state visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between both nations. The President, accompanied by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, touched down at Stansted Airport on Tuesday afternoon, marking the official start of a high-level engagement that is expected to shape bilateral relations in the coming years. The visit follows an invitation from King Charles III an

Nigerian diaspora organisations have stepped up efforts to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, launching coordinated engagements aimed at increasing voter participation ahead of the next general election. The renewed push gained momentum during a strategic meeting of diaspora stakeholders held in the United Kingdom, where various pro-Tinubu platforms converged to align their strategies and outreach plans. Speaking at the gathering, Bidemi-Akintu

Hon. Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), held a high-level meeting with the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service to strengthen support mechanisms for Nigerians living abroad. The engagement focused on practical reforms to improve customs processes affecting diaspora communities. Central to the discussion was the need to accelerate and simplify the clearance of personal effects and diaspor

Nigerian excellence took centre stage in London as British-Nigerian creatives delivered two of the most talked-about victories at the 79th British Academy Film Awards. Actress Wunmi Mosaku and filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. emerged among the night’s biggest winners, underscoring the growing global influence of Nigerian storytelling. Mosaku secured the Best Supporting Actress award for her role as Annie in the supernatural thriller Sinners. Her performance stood out in a competi