Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called on Nigerians abroad to channel more investment into Ondo State, describing diaspora participation as a major driver of sustainable economic growth. She made the appeal in Akure during the 2026 Ondo State Investment Summit, where she stressed that national development requires a deliberate partnership between citizens at home and those overseas. According to her, remittances should increasingly

Three advocacy organisations operating from the United States have praised a prominent traditional ruler in Enugu State for directly appealing to President Bola Tinubu over the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. The groups described the monarch’s remarks as bold and necessary, particularly amid growing agitation in the South-east over Kanu’s prolonged legal battles. The monarch, Lawrence Chikezie Agubuzu, who presides over the Ezema Olo Kingdom in Ezeagu Local Government Are

The United States government has listed 19 additional Nigerians for deportation, raising the total number of affected individuals to 113 in recent weeks. Information published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security shows that the individuals were identified under a category described as the “worst of the worst” offenders. The update follows ongoing enforcement actions targeting non-citizens convicted of serious crimes. The offences attributed to the newly named individua

The New York City Police Department has begun a search for a gunman suspected of killing a 30-year-old Nigerian man, Sheriff Shittu, during a shooting at a nightclub in Brooklyn. Investigators say the motive for the shooting remains unclear as detectives work to determine what led to the dispute. The suspect was reportedly last seen wearing a black jacket and white trousers before fleeing the scene. No arrests have been made. According to police, Shittu was shot in the head f

A Nigerian national residing in Mexico has been sentenced to eight years in a United States federal prison for orchestrating a multimillion-dollar tax fraud scheme. The convict, 37-year-old Matthew A. Akande, was handed the sentence by Judge Indira Talwani at a federal court in Boston. He was also ordered to pay $1,393,230 in restitution to the U.S. government. According to the United States Department of Justice, Akande and his accomplices filed over 1,000 fraudulent tax ret

A Nigerian woman, Oluranti Akinyemi, has passed away in the United Kingdom just days after travelling to attend her son’s graduation ceremony. Family sources disclosed that she arrived in the UK on February 11 in anticipation of the event scheduled for February 18. However, within 20 hours of her arrival, she reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest and was rushed to the Luton and Dunstable Hospital for emergency treatment. She was placed on life support but was pronounced clinic

A large protest unfolded outside Ireland’s Department of Justice on Tuesday as demonstrators rallied against a deportation order targeting a Nigerian mother and her three children. The crowd, which included neighbours, schoolchildren, and community members, demanded that the government reconsider its decision and allow the family to remain in the country. Titilayo Oluwakemi Oyekanmi, along with her sons Samuel, Joseph, and Genesis, received a deportation notice after their as

The death of a Nigerian postgraduate student in the United Kingdom has prompted renewed concern within the diaspora community over the prevalence of chronic illnesses among Nigerians abroad. Friends and associates have launched a fundraising campaign to support funeral arrangements following his passing. Douglas Izevbigie, 37, died on January 21 at a hospital in the UK after battling an aggressive form of leukaemia. A GoFundMe appeal created shortly after his death is seeking

Russia has denied claims that Nigerians are being recruited to fight in the ongoing war in Ukraine, describing such reports as false and unsupported by the Russian government. The denial was issued by the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Andrey Podyelyshev, during a media briefing held in Abuja on Tuesday. Addressing questions from journalists, the ambassador stated that there is no state-backed programme targeting Nigerians for military service in Ukraine. He maintained that a

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has called on Nigerians in the Diaspora, particularly party members, to unite and work collectively towards national development and the positive projection of Nigeria on the global stage. Yilwatda made the call while delivering a keynote address via Zoom at a strategic economic summit held in New York, United States. He stressed that unity remains the strongest pillar for nationa

A Nigerian national, Emeka Uzor, was shot and killed on Sunday afternoon at a Caltex filling station in Windsor East, Randburg, Johannesburg. The incident has sparked renewed concerns about the safety of Nigerian citizens in South Africa. The attack reportedly occurred around 3:00 p.m. while Uzor was seated in his vehicle. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with emergency services arriving shortly after the shooting. Authorities have yet to confirm the motive behind

Canadian authorities have charged a Nigerian national residing in Toronto, Kayode Roberts, in connection with an alleged series of harassment and assault incidents described as hate-motivated. According to police, the investigation covers multiple encounters said to have taken place between July and December 2025. During that period, Roberts is accused of repeatedly confronting a neighbour, engaging in physical assault, issuing threats, and harassing the individual. Investiga

A Nigerian national living in the United Kingdom, Adedapo Adegbola, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his former girlfriend, Stephanie Irons. The sentence was handed down on Thursday by Judge Nirmal Shant KC at the Nottingham Crown Court, who ordered that Adegbola must serve a minimum of 25 years before becoming eligible for parole. In his remarks, the judge said the relationship between Adegbola and Ms Irons was brief and began after they met as colle

Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo has taken on a political advocacy role in the United States, following his appointment as the Atlanta coordinator of Relax Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeria (RTIFN), a support group backing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. RTIFN is an advocacy platform initiated by Seyi Tinubu, with a focus on engaging Nigerians at home and in the diaspora through updates on government policies, reforms, and achievements. The group positions itself as a br

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) Africa has announced plans to stage a major trade fair in Dakar, Senegal, later this month, aimed at promoting Nigerian products and strengthening cross-border business ties within Africa. The five-day event, scheduled for February 23 to 27, 2026, will be coordinated by NIDO Africa under the leadership of its Continental Chairman, Professor Jude Osakwe. It is expected to attract traders, investors, manufacturers, and business exec

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has urged indigenes of the state, both at home and in the diaspora, to rise above ethnic, tribal, and regional sentiments, describing unity as essential for lasting peace and sustainable development. The governor made the appeal during a strategic meeting with leaders of the Plateau State Association, USA (PSA-USA), who visited him in Washington, D.C., as part of efforts to strengthen engagement between the state government and the dias

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Demi Adebowale on her appointment as Vice President of Slot Operations at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in the United States. In a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, NiDCOM Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, described the promotion as a recognition of Adebowale’s long-standing professionalism, leadership capacity, and consistent performance in the global hospitality and gaming indus

South African municipal authorities temporarily disconnected electricity supply to Nigeria’s High Commission in Pretoria after the diplomatic mission failed to clear outstanding utility bills owed to the City of Tshwane. The power cut was carried out as part of the city’s routine enforcement measures against defaulting consumers, with officials stressing that diplomatic missions are expected to meet their financial obligations for municipal services. The incident became publi

A Nigerian man has reportedly died while serving in the Russian military amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, leaving his family back home in Nigeria devastated. His identity has not been officially disclosed. The deceased is believed to have joined the Russian armed forces alongside several other foreign nationals, enticed by promises of financial incentives and potential residency opportunities. Security analysts confirmed his death on social media, though details about th

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation-Worldwide has stressed that African leaders must recommit to presidential term limits to end “sit-tight governance” and ensure smooth democratic transitions. The chairman of the group, Chibuzo Ubochi, made the call in a telephone interview in Abuja. Mr Ubochi, also the chairman of NiDO-Europe, called on the African Union and regional blocs to treat unconstitutional tenure extensions with the same seriousness as coups. He observed that th