The Nigerian Books of Record (NBR) has inducted five distinguished Nigerians living abroad into its Hall of Fame, recognising their enduring contributions to national development, cultural preservation, and global representation of Nigeria. The induction ceremony took place in Joga-Orile, Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, at the palace of the Abepa of Joga-Orile, Oba Dr. Adeyemi Olanrewaju Adekeye, Lagori III. The event blended traditional royalty with modern na

British authorities have charged a teenage suspect with murder following the fatal stabbing of a Nigerian national, John Onetufo, in the Lewisham area of south London on New Year’s Eve, marking a major development in the ongoing investigation. Onetufo, 23, was found critically injured with stab wounds to his chest after police received an emergency call from Grove Street late on December 31. Emergency medical teams arrived promptly and attempted to save his life, but he was p

Photo by Jonathan Brady / POOL / AFP The United Kingdom has begun enforcing new border security measures that allow authorities to seize mobile phones and SIM cards from migrants arriving by small boats from northern France, as part of a tougher crackdown on irregular migration and cross-border crime. The policy, which took effect this week, empowers police and immigration officers to confiscate devices at initial processing centres in southeast England, including the Manston

Nigeria’s spending on medical tourism fell by an unprecedented 96 per cent last year, according to figures released by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The apex bank described the development as a major structural shift in the country’s healthcare and foreign exchange dynamics, marking a sharp reversal from years of heavy reliance on overseas medical treatment. The CBN linked the steep decline to the implementation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s National Health Sector Renewal I

The Presidency has firmly dismissed claims that a widely circulated photograph showing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu alongside Rwandan President Paul Kagame in Paris was generated using artificial intelligence, describing the allegation as inaccurate and misleading. Officials say the speculation gained traction online without factual basis. The clarification was issued on Monday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, following g

A leading Islamic scholar from Kaduna has denied claims that he was a target during recent military operations against terrorists in northern Nigeria. The cleric clarified that reports linking him to the strikes are based on a misunderstanding of past events. He explained that a previous warning he gave years ago about threats from terrorist groups has been misrepresented online. According to him, the incident occurred in 2012 when operatives attempted to attack him, but he w

The Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) has confirmed Adaobi Onyedum as its Director General, effective January 1, 2026. The appointment was ratified by the Chamber’s Council following her tenure as Acting Director General and her previous role as Director of Partnerships and Fundraising. Onyedum brings over eight years of experience across global development, international diplomacy, strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and large-scale resource mobilisatio

Toronto authorities have issued a public alert for a Nigerian man wanted in connection with multiple assaults on vulnerable adults at a local group home. Oghenemaro Dave Ejerua, 38, was employed as a caregiver at the facility and is accused of committing a series of assaults against residents during November 2025. Police confirmed that he faces seven counts of assault. The incidents reportedly took place near Sibley and Detonia Park avenues, prompting authorities to request c

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Khairat Animashaun-Ajiboye, has urged Nigerians living abroad to take a more active role in the country’s governance process, saying their involvement is critical to national development. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Sunday, Animashaun-Ajiboye, a former Lagos State governorship aspirant based in the United States, said the Nigerian diaspora possesses vast professional expertise and global exposure that should be del

More than 33 percent of Nigerian immigrant households in the United States access some form of public assistance, according to data recently highlighted by U.S. President Donald Trump, bringing renewed focus to welfare participation among immigrant communities. Trump referenced the figures in a public post in early January 2026, noting that roughly one in three Nigerian immigrant households benefits from government-supported programmes such as food assistance and healthcare s

Miss Diaspora Nigeria USA 2025 winner, Josephine Nwaogu, has attributed her confidence and sense of purpose to growing up between Nigerian traditions and American culture, saying the experience helped shape her identity and outlook on life. Nwaogu explained that her childhood was marked by active involvement in sports, music, and creative pursuits, which allowed her to express herself early while learning how to navigate cultural differences. According to her, standing out as

Canada deported 366 Nigerian nationals between January and October 2025 as immigration enforcement accelerated to its highest level in more than a decade. In addition, 974 Nigerians are currently listed as having removal proceedings underway, placing the country among the top nationalities affected by Canada’s ongoing crackdown. Recent government figures show Nigeria ranked ninth among the ten countries with the highest number of deportations in 2025, and fifth among those wi

A Yoruba diaspora organisation has welcomed the growing security cooperation between Nigeria and the United States, describing it as a positive step toward tackling the country’s security challenges and protecting civilians. Operating under the banner of the Yoruba World Congress Worldwide (YWC), the group commended the Federal Government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for strengthening intelligence sharing and operational collaboration with U.S. authorities. In a state

Collins Idahosa has urged Nigerian diaspora youth to remain engaged in nation-building and reject violence in his 2026 message. He emphasised civic responsibility, dialogue, and constructive participation, encouraging young Nigerians abroad to contribute skills, ideas, and leadership toward peaceful national development. https://www.diasporanews.ng/post/idahosa-urges-nigerian-diaspora-youth-to-stay-engaged-reject-violence-in-2026-message Seven Feared Dead as Migrant Boat Caps

Gambian authorities have confirmed the recovery of seven bodies following the capsize of a migrant boat off the country’s coast, with dozens of others rescued in an overnight operation. According to officials, the wooden vessel was believed to be transporting more than 200 migrants when it ran into trouble at sea. Emergency responders managed to rescue 96 people from the water after the incident. Medical teams disclosed that at least 10 of the survivors were in critical condi

As Nigerians across the world welcomed 2026, Collins Idahosa, Vice President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Diaspora, delivered a New Year message directed largely at Nigerian youths living abroad, urging them to remain active contributors to national development despite prevailing challenges. Speaking from Sweden, Idahosa emphasized that Nigerians in the diaspora occupy a strategic position in shaping the country’s future through skills transfer, advocacy, i

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced new entry restrictions on United States citizens, marking a direct response to recent travel limitations imposed by Washington on nationals of several countries, including both West African states. The two governments, in separate statements issued by their foreign ministries, said the measures are based on reciprocity and are intended to mirror the conditions now faced by their citizens when seeking to enter the United States. Mali stated

A Tanzanian diaspora leader has called on citizens living overseas to actively promote a positive image of Tanzania and refrain from speaking negatively about the country in their host nations. Speaking during a television programme in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday, the Chairman of Tanzanians living in Sweden, Norman Jasson, said every Tanzanian, regardless of where they reside, has a duty to protect the nation’s reputation and uphold its values. Jasson stressed that living abro

German-Nigerian deportees raised concerns over alleged inhumane treatment during deportation at a national migration dialogue. They called for stronger bilateral protections, humane return processes, and reintegration support for deported migrants returning to Nigeria. https://www.diasporanews.ng/post/german-nigerian-deportees-decry-treatment-at-national-migration-dialogue Police Arrest 14 Traffic Robbery Suspects Along Lekki-Epe Expressway Police arrested 14 suspects linked

The Government of the Republic of Benin has rolled out a new digital platform that allows its citizens living overseas to renew their international passports without visiting embassies or consular offices. The initiative, developed in partnership with digital identity solutions firm Seamfix, marks a significant shift in how Benin delivers consular services to its diaspora. The platform, known as ePass, enables eligible applicants to complete the entire passport renewal proces