A diaspora-based support group within the All Progressives Congress has called on President Bola Tinubu and the party’s national leadership to step in over a growing leadership crisis in Edo State. In a letter dated April 21, 2026, the group expressed concern that escalating internal tensions could weaken party unity and affect its chances in the 2027 elections. The appeal was directed to key party organs, including the National Working Committee and Board of Trustees. The gr

A Nigerian national, Olaolukitan Abel, who was in custody over a deadly shooting incident in Atlanta, has been found dead inside a detention facility in DeKalb County, United States. Authorities confirmed that the 26-year-old detainee was discovered unresponsive in his cell on Tuesday evening during routine checks by correctional officers. Emergency response efforts were immediately initiated by jail personnel, but attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. He was later pronou

A former president of a Nigerian community association in the United Kingdom, Nurudeen Alowonle, also known as Benjamin Kuti and “Oluomo of Derby”, has been accused of involvement in a renewed skilled worker visa scam, according to investigative documents and victim accounts cited by SaharaReporters. The allegations centre on a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) scheme, where individuals reportedly paid thousands of pounds in exchange for promised UK work sponsorships that neve

Anger and grief have erupted within the Nigerian community in South Africa following the death of Ekpenyong Andrew after his reported arrest in Pretoria. Andrew, a motor mechanic and father of five, was said to have been apprehended on Sunday in the Booysens area while returning home from work. His sudden death has since raised serious concerns among Nigerians living in the country. The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) described the incident as disturbing, noting that it ha

A 28-year-old Nigerian woman, Esther Egbuhama, has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service over her alleged involvement in operating a brothel in the Ashanti Region. The suspect was apprehended during a police operation carried out by officers from the Manso Nkwanta Police Command. The raid took place on April 19, 2026, following intelligence reports of suspected illegal activities at a lodge in the area. Authorities identified the location as Mama Nice Lodge, situated in M

The Nigerian American Chamber of Commerce is set to recognise renowned cultural entrepreneur Bolanle Austen-Peters for her significant contributions to Africa’s creative sector and her role in elevating Nigerian storytelling on the global stage. Austen-Peters will receive the Excellence in Cultural Innovation and Global Creative Industry Trailblazer Award at the Chamber’s International Roundtable scheduled for April 23, 2026, in Lagos. The event will focus on policy and gover

Nigeria’s sports authorities have announced plans to organise large-scale trials for hundreds of athletes of Nigerian descent living abroad, as part of efforts to deepen talent development and national representation. The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, disclosed that about 600 diaspora-based athletes are expected to take part in the selection process. According to him, the initiative will create opportunities for these athletes to feature

A Nigerian national, Kazeem Animashaun, has admitted guilt in a major cyber fraud case in the United States involving losses exceeding $50 million. Animashaun, aged 40, entered his plea before a federal court in Brooklyn, where prosecutors detailed his role in a wide-ranging conspiracy built around business email compromise (BEC) and romance scams. The fraudulent operations targeted individuals and small businesses across the United States, particularly within New York. Accor

A group of Nigerians living in the United Kingdom staged a protest outside the UK Parliament, demanding the removal of Joash Amupitan, chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The demonstrators said their action was driven by growing concerns over the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process as the 2027 general elections draw closer. They warned that without urgent reforms, public confidence in future elections could further decline. Carrying placar

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed serious concern over the involvement of some travel agents in facilitating human trafficking, warning that the trend is putting vulnerable Nigerians at risk abroad. Speaking at an industry gathering in Ibadan, she highlighted how unsuspecting victims, particularly young women, are being moved out of the country with travel arrangements handled by agents who fail to question suspic

The Central Bank of Nigeria has called on commercial banks to intensify efforts toward unlocking up to $1 billion in monthly diaspora remittances before the end of 2026, as part of broader strategies to strengthen the country’s foreign exchange position. Speaking during engagements at the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso highlighted the progress of ongoing economic reforms and renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s financi

The United States Mission has restated its commitment to a long-standing relationship with Nigeria, emphasizing continued collaboration across key sectors including security, trade, healthcare, education, and cultural exchange. In a message shared on Monday via its official communication channels, the mission highlighted the strength of bilateral ties, noting that cooperation between both countries remains vital to shared growth and development. According to the statement, th

A 46-year-old Nigerian national has been taken into custody by police in Thailand over his alleged involvement in a cocaine distribution network operating within Bangkok’s nightlife areas. Authorities confirmed that the suspect, identified as Nwaiwu Ifeanyi Placid, was apprehended during a targeted operation in the Silom district. Law enforcement officers reportedly recovered about 27 grammes of cocaine at the time of his arrest. The operation also led to the arrest of three

A Nigerian man based in the United Kingdom has died suddenly in his apartment, in an incident that has left his family and community in shock. The deceased, identified as Herbert, was found unresponsive in his home in Thornaby, a town in northeast England. Reports indicate that he passed away in his sleep, with no immediate signs of foul play. Family members disclosed that the late Herbert had been under emotional strain in recent days following the loss of his father in Ni

A foreign national has been taken into custody in the United States over allegations linked to the illegal movement of military hardware into Sudan, in a case that has drawn attention to international arms flows amid the country’s prolonged conflict. Authorities in the United States confirmed that the suspect, identified as Shamim Mafi, was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport following an investigation into suspected violations involving the export and sale of milit

A Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) officer, Nafisat Balogun, has reached a major career milestone after obtaining a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States, reinforcing her position as a trailblazer within the agency. The development was confirmed by the NCS through its spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, who described the achievement as a significant step forward for gender representation in a traditionally male-dominated field. Balogun, who holds the rank of s

A diaspora organisation based in the United States has provided psychosocial support to victims affected by recent violence in Plateau State, offering a structured space for emotional recovery. The initiative, organised by the Plateau Association in the U.S., focused on survivors of the March 29 attack in Angwan Rukuba, a community in Jos North Local Government Area, where several residents were killed and others sustained injuries. According to organisers, the intervention w

Money sent home by Kenyans living abroad rose to an all-time monthly high in March, underscoring the growing economic importance of diaspora earnings amid global uncertainty. Data from the Central Bank of Kenya shows that remittance inflows reached $450.3 million, equivalent to about Sh58.14 billion, during the month. This represents a 9.1 per cent increase compared to February’s inflows of $412.7 million (Sh53.28 billion), marking a sharp month-on-month rise. The figure also

The Federal Government has confirmed that more than 25 of Nigeria’s ambassador-designates have received approval from their host countries, clearing the way for their eventual deployment to foreign missions. This update was provided in Abuja by Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during a briefing on Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements and ongoing foreign policy developments. According to the ministry, the approvals, known in diplomatic terms as ag

A heated debate has emerged in Oakland after city officials failed to reach a decision on whether to impose a $1 million fine on a Nigerian-born resident accused of illegally removing protected trees. The case centers on Matthew Bernard, who, along with his partner Lynn Warner, cleared dozens of mature trees from a hillside property between 2021 and 2022. City arborists say the trees were removed without permits and extended beyond his property to nearby public and private la