China’s Ambassador to Seychelles, H.E. Ms. Lin Nan, has paid a courtesy visit to the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure, marking an early diplomatic engagement following the minister’s recent appointment. The meeting underscored renewed momentum in bilateral relations, with a clear emphasis on cultural exchange and diaspora-linked cooperation. Ambassador Lin conveyed Beijing’s readiness to work closely with Seychelles to deepen strategic cooperatio

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the Indian diaspora as a vital link between India and the international community, praising overseas Indians for strengthening the country’s global presence while remaining deeply connected to their roots. In a message marking Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas, observed annually on January 9, the Prime Minister acknowledged the far-reaching impact of Indians living abroad, noting their contributions to economic growth, innovation, culture, and

President Donald Trump has warned that the United States may launch additional military strikes in Nigeria if ongoing killings persist. Reacting to escalating violence, Trump said Washington is prepared to act decisively to safeguard international security and protect U.S. interests, signalling zero tolerance for unchecked instability. https://www.diasporanews.ng/post/trump-warns-of-more-us-strikes-in-nigeria-over-killings 𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗖 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁,.

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has named Tunde Adelakun as the Chairman of its newly established Diaspora Talents Discovery Committee, a body created to identify and engage Nigerian athletes living abroad. The appointment was confirmed by NSC Director General Bukola Olopade, who highlighted Adelakun’s extensive experience in sports management and his deep connections within the global Nigerian sporting community. According to Olopade, the committee will be central to th

A prominent Nigerian community leader in South Africa has urged compatriots living in the country to conduct themselves with integrity and responsibility, stressing the need to protect Nigeria’s image abroad. The President of the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, Reverend Frank Onyekwelu, made the call while delivering a New Year message to members of the Nigerian community. He emphasised that Nigerians must act as credible representatives of their homeland by de

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended warm birthday greetings to Prince Ade Omole, a leading Nigerian in the Diaspora and prominent advocate for national development, as he marks his birthday on January 9. Prince Omole, an ICT executive, legal professional, and public affairs strategist, is widely recognised for his role in strengthening Nigeria’s engagement with its citizens abroad. Popularly described as the “Face of the Nigerian Diaspora,” he currently serves as Chairma

Popular Canada-based Nigerian physician, Dr Zo, has shared a candid account of his family’s recent Detty December experience in Lagos, describing it as exciting and deeply fulfilling, but financially draining. Speaking in a video shared on social media, the doctor revealed that the festive holiday with his family cost between ₦90 million and ₦100 million, covering travel, accommodation, transportation, entertainment, and general lifestyle expenses. According to him, the trip

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has urged leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to intensify efforts to remove persistent barriers limiting free movement across the sub-region. Speaking in Lagos on Friday, Dabiri-Erewa said that despite long-standing agreements on visa-free travel, citizens of ECOWAS countries continue to face delays, harassment and unofficial charges at border crossings. She descr

The National Association of Nigerian Students in Diaspora (NANS-Diaspora) has announced plans to convene an international gathering for African students and young leaders in Australia in 2026. The disclosure was made in Melbourne by the organisation’s Global President, Comrade Juwon Fayomi, who said the event would serve as a major platform for dialogue, collaboration, and policy engagement among African youths in the diaspora. Scheduled to run for four days, from March 19 to

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has expressed profound sorrow over the deaths of two Nigerians who lost their lives in separate violent incidents in the United Kingdom and Canada at the start of the new year. Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, described the incidents as disturbing and heartbreaking, noting that they underscore growing concerns about the safety of Nigerians living abroad. Her remarks were conveyed through the Commission’s Direc

The police in Delta State are taking action after a video of a woman crying for justice went viral. The Commissioner of Police has ordered a local boss, DPO Chidi Nwabuzor, to be removed from his post immediately. This comes after shocking allegations that he and two other officers extorted 2.5 million Naira from a citizen. The story came to light when a woman posted a video online claiming she was forced to pay the massive sum. She said the officers promised to release her b

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), has promised Nigerians a new era of electoral integrity. Speaking at a strategic retreat in Lagos on Friday, Amupitan pledged that the 2027 general elections will be the most transparent in the nation’s history. He emphasized that the commission is leaning heavily on technology to eliminate human interference and ensure that every vote truly counts. Amupitan, who is a Senior Advo

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has showered praise on the Dangote Petroleum Refinery for ensuring a hitch-free festive season. In a statement issued on Friday, the group’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, noted that the usual scenes of long queues and panic buying at filling stations were noticeably absent during the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year celebrations. For decades, Nigerians have grown accustomed to "fuel scarcity" becoming an unwelcome tradition ev

Doctors in Edo State have made the difficult decision to stop seeing patients starting this Saturday. They aren't doing this because they want to, but because they are scared. This "suspension of services" is a protest against the kidnapping of two of their colleagues earlier this month. The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) says that the environment has become too dangerous for healthcare workers. Two doctors were snatched away on January 1st and 2nd, and since then, the me

United States President Donald Trump has confirmed plans to meet Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado during her expected visit to Washington next week. Speaking in a televised interview on Thursday, Trump said Machado would be in the U.S. capital in the coming days and noted that he looked forward to seeing her. The meeting would mark their first direct engagement since Machado emerged as a central figure in Venezuela’s opposition

The Federal Government has successfully secured the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who spent more than two years in detention in the Republic of Benin under reportedly harsh conditions. The release follows a presidential pardon granted by Benin’s President, Patrice Talon, and was officially published on 17 December 2025. Egbaji, a cleric and businessman from Cross River State, faced multiple charges prior to his detention. The pastor’s situation drew national attention af

A Nigerian man has been sentenced to death by hanging after a Malaysian court found him guilty of murdering his four-year-old step-grandson. The crime occurred six years ago when the child was thrown from the third floor of an apartment in Setapak. The accused, 48-year-old Ibekwe Emeka Augustine, was convicted after a thorough review of evidence by the Kuala Lumpur High Court. In addition to the capital sentence, Augustine received a five-year prison term for multiple other o

The Kenyan government has rolled out a far-reaching framework to regulate overseas employment and strengthen protections for citizens working abroad, targeting fraudulent recruiters and long-standing gaps in worker welfare President William Ruto announced the measures in Eldoret, saying the State is reclaiming control of labour migration by replacing informal pathways with a structured, government-supervised system. The new approach is designed to ensure Kenyans access foreig

Rwandans living across parts of West Africa have collectively donated Rwf 30 million to support Rwanda’s national school feeding initiative, Dusangire Lunch, also known as the Lunch for All programme. The donation, made by Rwandan communities in Senegal, The Gambia, Mali and Guinea-Bissau, is expected to fund daily meals for at least 10,000 pupils, strengthening efforts to improve learning outcomes and school attendance. The funds were formally handed over to the Ministry of

African diaspora engagement took centre stage in New York as Ambassador Kingsley Amafibe met with Nigeria’s Ambassador and Consul General, Ambassador Abubakar Jidda, to chart a stronger partnership framework aimed at advancing Africa’s economic and diplomatic interests. The high-level engagement brought together key representatives of African diplomatic missions and diaspora-focused organisations, with discussions centred on aligning leadership efforts, strengthening institut