Lagos is set to introduce a new highlight to its end-of-year festivities with the debut edition of the Diaspora Ball, an event aimed at celebrating the global Nigerian community and strengthening cultural ties. Organisers say the ball will bring together influential Nigerians from across the world to honour their contributions to national development. The initiative is being spearheaded by Nigerian-American entrepreneur Ayo Magbagbeola , who described the event as a long-over

The Women’s Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) UK Chapter has announced its upcoming 2025 Winter Virtual Conference , set to hold on Saturday, 6th December 2025 . According to the organisers, the event will begin at 10:30 AM (UK Time) and 11:30 AM (Nigerian Time). The conference will be hosted virtually via Zoom, allowing participants from across the world to join seamlessly. This year’s conference is themed “Women Driving The Renewed Hope Agenda” and aims to bring t

DiasporaNews Today delivers sharp, timely coverage of the biggest stories shaping global mobility, culture, and diaspora communities. From policy shifts affecting migrants to standout achievements by Africans abroad, it breaks down complex developments with clarity and context, keeping readers accurately informed and connected to the issues that matter most. US Begins Major Green Card Review for 19 Countries Following Security Concerns The US will conduct a full review of Gre

Captain Adebanke Osilaja has earned national praise after becoming the first Nigerian woman to attain the rank of captain at a U.S. legacy airline, marking a significant breakthrough for both the country and the global aviation community. The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) announced the achievement while commending Osilaja for reaching a milestone that demands years of intensive training, technical mastery and consistent professional performance. NiDCOM Chairperson

Indian authorities have dismantled what they describe as a widespread criminal network involved in drug distribution and illegal money transfers, arresting 50 Nigerian nationals in a series of coordinated raids across multiple states. Security officials say the operation is one of the most extensive joint crackdowns India has carried out in recent years. Investigators report that the syndicate relied heavily on the hawala system , an informal financial channel that operates o

The United States has launched an extensive review of permanent residency for individuals from 19 nations after authorities raised concerns about potential security risks. The move follows heightened scrutiny of immigration procedures for countries considered to be of strategic concern. Joseph Edlow, director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), confirmed the initiative applies to all Green Card holders from the identified countries. He emphasized the process

Tehran has announced that its national football delegation will not attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., citing denied visas for several officials. The Iranian Football Federation stated that the refusal to grant visas was politically motivated and unrelated to sport. The boycott affects top members of the delegation, including the federation president, while some officials who received visas will attend separately. The federation has formally informed FIF

U.S. President Donald Trump has to suspend migration from what he described as “Third World countries” following a fatal shooting involving a National Guard member in Washington, D.C. The attack left one soldier dead and another critically injured, intensifying debates over immigration policy, national security, and the role of the military in domestic protection. Trump said the freeze would allow the U.S. immigration system to “fully recover” and ordered a review of Green Ca

A U.S. federal jury has convicted 34-year-old Nigerian national Saheed Sunday Owolabi on charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The verdict was reached after evidence showed his involvement in multiple cybercrime operations targeting victims across the United States. Court documents revealed that Owolabi frequently posed as a woman online to establish romantic relationships with men. Through these fake profiles, he persuaded vict

The United States has indefinitely suspended all immigration processing for Afghan nationals after an attack in Washington, DC, left two National Guard members critically injured. Officials identified the suspect as a 29-year-old Afghan who arrived in the US in 2021 and was recently granted asylum. The shooting took place Wednesday morning when the suspect approached two guardsmen from West Virginia and opened fire at close range. Responding officers returned fire, wounding a

A diaspora advocacy group has strongly condemned Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, over remarks interpreted as support for the life sentence handed to IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu by Justice James Omotosho. In an interview, Kalu suggested the Igbo community was being overly sentimental regarding the verdict and referenced deaths linked to the Biafra agitation, drawing sharp criticism from the Rising Sun Group, which operates from the United States. The group accused

The Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Gozy Ijogun and Task Systems Ltd following the company’s recognition as a 2025 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award winner in the United States. The commendation highlights a proud moment for Nigeria’s tech ecosystem on the global stage. Dabiri-Erewa praised the achievement as a significant milestone for both Ijogun and the broader Nigerian tech community, noting that t

Today on DiasporaNews, we bring you timely stories shaping the lives, experiences, and opportunities of Nigerians across the globe. From important security updates to practical guides for thriving abroad, our roundup highlights the events, insights, and conversations every global Nigerian should know and follow. Turkish Fugitive Captured In Abuja And Returned Home To Serve Prison Term Nigerian police arrested and repatriated a 61-year-old Turkish national in Abuja; convicted

The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) has announced that eight new volunteers will soon depart for Seychelles and The Gambia as part of Nigeria’s ongoing effort to support development in partner countries. The deployment aims to strengthen sectors where manpower shortages persist, particularly education and professional training. NTAC Director-General, Dr. Yusuf Yakub, said the initiative underscores Nigeria’s commitment to regional cooperation and capacity-building. Accord

Russia has signaled its intention to strengthen cooperation with Nigeria across strategic economic sectors, highlighting energy, agriculture, transport, mining, and advanced technologies as key areas of focus. Speaking at a diplomatic event marking 65 years of relations between the two countries, Russian Ambassador Andrey Pudelyshev described the existing trade turnover of under $1 billion as below the potential of both nations. He emphasized plans to expand practical collabo

The Canadian government has updated its travel advisory, urging citizens to refrain from non-essential travel to Nigeria due to ongoing security threats. The advisory, released on 24 November, highlights risks including terrorism, armed attacks, inter-communal violence, and kidnapping. While Abuja is included in the general warning, Lagos and Calabar are marked for heightened caution because of crime. Northern states such as Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, and Zamfara, as well

The Georgian Embassy in Washington, D.C., recently convened a meeting with members of the Georgian diaspora across the United States. The event brought together church leaders, cultural representatives, and community figures to discuss ways of strengthening ties between Georgia and its expatriate community. Ambassador Tamar Taliashvili led the discussions alongside Bishop Saba Intskirveli of the Georgian Diocese in North America and Dean Pavle Zakaria, head of the Holy Virtuo

A European-based coalition of Nigerian diaspora leaders has urged citizens to trust President Bola Tinubu as the federal government ramps up efforts to secure the release of abducted students in Niger and Kebbi states. In a statement issued on Monday, the group’s Global President, Prince Magboh, described the kidnappings as “deeply disturbing and unacceptable in any civilized society,” stressing the urgency of decisive action. Magboh commended security agencies for their dedi

Nigerian security agencies have detained a 61-year-old Turkish national in Abuja after confirming he was a fugitive who fled his country to evade a lengthy prison sentence. The suspect, identified as Huseyin, had been on the run for months before his arrest in the Nigerian capital. Authorities said the man was convicted in Turkey on serious criminal charges and handed a prison term totaling more than 14 years by the Istanbul Anadolu High Criminal Court. Instead of surrenderin

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians living abroad to deepen their involvement in national development by supporting programmes that strengthen innovation and expand opportunities for young people. Speaking during an interactive forum with Nigerians in Qatar, held on the sidelines of the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) in Doha, she emphasised that the country’s progress is closely tied to how effectively it can harness the creativity