Kofi Okyere Darko, Director of the Diaspora Affairs Office, has said Ghana’s property market must undergo urgent reforms to attract investment from the diaspora. He argued that the sector’s current challenges have created a trust deficit that discourages Ghanaians abroad from investing in real estate back home. Speaking at the Ghana Expo Property & Lifestyle 2025 (Global Edition) in Accra, Darko said that adequate housing is a cornerstone of human dignity and social stability

The Nigerian community in Turkey has intensified efforts to attract foreign direct investment into Nigeria, reinforcing the country’s position as a key destination for international investors. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to support Nigeria’s economic recovery and expand investment opportunities across critical sectors. Prince Magbo, President of the Nigerian Community in Turkey, led the engagement, which brought together Nigerian diaspora leaders and Turkish

Hundreds of members of the Kurdish diaspora gathered in Vancouver this weekend to protest the recent assault on Kurdish neighbourhoods in Aleppo, Syria. The demonstrators demanded urgent action from the Canadian government to pressure Damascus to halt violence against Kurdish civilians. The protests follow reports of intense military operations between January 8 and 11, during which Syrian government forces and allied Turkish-backed militias reportedly besieged and attacked t

Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, has aligned herself with U.S. President Donald Trump by condemning the British government’s decision to hand over sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Badenoch described the agreement as a strategic mistake that weakens Britain’s position in the Indian Ocean and threatens national security. She said the move sends a message of vulnerability to rival global powers, including China and Russia. “This is not just a p

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday carried out a surprise inspection of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) passport office in Gwagwalada, Abuja, where he openly reprimanded officials over slow service delivery and warned applicants against making unofficial payments. The minister toured the VIP and Children sections of the facility, engaging directly with officers and passport applicants. He expressed concern that several applicants were still waitin

President Bola Tinubu has awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) to billionaire businessman Gilbert Chagoury, marking one of the most high-profile national honours granted this year. The decoration was reportedly conferred on January 8, coinciding with Chagoury’s 80th birthday, and was later shared publicly through social media rather than through an official presidential announcement. The recognition places Chagoury among a small group of individuals co

Ambassador Richard Mills has officially concluded his assignment as the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, ending a tenure that lasted about 18 months at the helm of the U.S. Mission in Abuja. During his time in Nigeria, Mills worked closely with Nigerian officials on strengthening diplomatic relations, expanding trade and investment cooperation, and supporting regional security efforts. His tenure coincided with key discussions on economic growth, anti-corruption measures,

Uganda has been plunged into renewed political tension after a senior military figure and son of President Yoweri Museveni publicly claimed that 22 members of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) were killed following last week’s general elections. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who serves as Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces and is the eldest son of President Museveni, posted a message on social media asserting that 22 “NUP terrorists” had been killed and implying that oppositi

Former Nigerian petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, appeared in a London court on Monday as the early stages of her long-awaited bribery trial commenced. The appearance took place at Southwark Crown Court, where preliminary proceedings were held ahead of the full trial scheduled later this month. The court session focused on procedural matters, including case management and preparation for the main hearing. Alison-Madueke, who served as Nigeria’s Minister of Petroleum

A human rights organisation has raised serious concerns about an escalating crisis involving Nigerians allegedly trapped in human trafficking and cyber-scam compounds across Myanmar. The group says victims were lured with promises of legitimate employment, only to be forced into illegal and dangerous operations once they arrived. In a statement issued recently, the organisation highlighted that many Nigerians were recruited through deceptive job offers in sectors such as IT,

A United Kingdom–based Nigerian diaspora organisation has raised fresh legal and political concerns over the continued detention of several Nigerian military officers arrested in October over an alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu. The group, Concerned Nigerians in the Diaspora, UK, said the officers have remained in military custody for months without being formally charged, arraigned in court, or subjected to a court-martial, describing the situation as deeply t

Ghanaian security agencies executed coordinated raids across Greater Accra, arresting 53 Nigerians linked to suspected cybercrime networks. Nine were identified as principal suspects; 44 others were rescued, believed to be coerced into online fraud. Authorities seized laptops, phones and weapons. The government emphasised dismantling organised crime and warned against false job promises that lure foreigners into criminal operations.  https://www.diasporanews.ng/post/ghana-arr

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has called on Liberians living overseas to take a more active role in shaping the country’s economic future by investing directly in businesses and productive sectors at home, rather than limiting their support to remittances and charitable giving. The President made the call during a farewell engagement with members of the Liberian diaspora at the Executive Mansion, where he stressed that sustainable economic growth and job creation cannot be de

Thai law enforcement officials have arrested a Nigerian national who allegedly absconded while facing trial over drug trafficking offences in the southern part of the country. The suspect, identified as Ukoma Jefta Nuzbech, was taken into custody on January 14 in the Koh Pha Ngan area following intelligence reports that revealed his location. Authorities said he had been evading the law after failing to appear in court over an earlier drug-related charge. Nuzbech was initiall

Libyan security forces have uncovered a concealed underground detention facility in the southeastern town of Kufra, freeing more than 200 migrants who were reportedly held in brutal conditions for extended period. Officials say the site was built beneath the ground and included multiple cells, some nearly three meters deep. The discovery has raised fresh concerns about the scale of human trafficking and illegal detention practices operating in the region. Security sources in

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has strongly condemned the killing of a Nigerian national, Emeka Christian, in Pune, India, describing the incident as senseless and deeply disturbing. The commission said the victim reportedly died after being assaulted during a dispute linked to a romantic relationship, an incident that has sparked outrage within the Nigerian diaspora community. NiDCOM expressed profound sympathy to the family, friends, and loved ones of the dec

Nigeria’s tourism sector is set to receive a major boost as the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) begin plans to reinstate dedicated tourism information desks at major airports across the country. The initiative, announced during a meeting between NTDA’s Director-General, Olayiwola Awakan, and FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Onabanjo-Kuku, aims to provide arriving passengers with immediate access to travel in

Qatar Airways Flight A7-BCL was forced to make an emergency landing at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Friday evening after the crew reported a fault in the aircraft’s oxygen system. The pilots declared an emergency shortly after the issue was detected, prompting immediate action from airport authorities and emergency response teams. The aircraft, which was in the air when the fault occurred, was guided to the runway and touched down safely at 6:31 pm. Airpor

A Nigerian man living in Canada has been taken into custody by police in Ontario following an alleged violent altercation with his roommate that left one person seriously injured. The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Nnamdi Enunwa, was arrested on January 1, 2026, after police responded to reports of an assault involving a weapon at a residence in Oshawa. The incident occurred in the area of Ritson Road North and Adelaide Avenue East. According to police, officers arrived a

The Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes, Engr. Stella Okengwu, has said inconsistent government policies, weak protection of private investments, and the conduct of public officials are major reasons many Nigerians abroad hesitate to invest in the country. Speaking during a televised interview, Okengwu described her experience as a diaspora investor as uneven and often discouraging, arguing that official actions have created anxiety rather than confidence among Nigerians look