UK appoints Nigerian professor Christian Harrison to prestigious skills experts College
‘Very disappointed’, Foreign students fear $100,000 H-1B fee ‘ll shut them out of US jobs
5 countries with attractive post-study work visas aside UK, US, and Canada
Trump moves to make U.S. citizenship harder with revised civics test
Visa fees are non-refundable – U.S. Embassy tells Nigerians
Nigerian sentenced to 97 months in US for $6m inheritance fraud
Top 5 countries with most asylum seekers in Canada
UK govt considering housing migrants in military sites
Nigerians lead asylum applications in Ireland
‘If you overstay your visa, we’ll deport you’ – UK tells foreign students

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Photos: Nigerian-born British rugby captain, Maro Itoje, teammates in traditional dress for his wedding
Maro Itoje, Nigerian-born British rugby captain and teammates don traditional dress for his wedding celebration
No plan to create special visas for skilled Nigerians — Japan
While confirming the existence of the hometown initiative, the Japanese government reiterated that it does not involve immigration measures or the creation of special visas.
UK considers banning people with criminal records from football, travel, others
People convicted of crimes in England and Wales could face bans from pubs, concerts, and sports events under new sentencing reforms being considered by the government.
Japan designates Kisarazu city, hometown for Nigerians
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja The Government of Japan has designated the city of Kisarazu as the official hometown for Nigerians willing to live and work in the country, as part of its strategic efforts to deepen cultural diplomacy, promote economic growth, and enhance workforce productivity. The announcement was made on Thursday on the sidelines of […]
Nigerians must provide 5-yr social media history for visa application – US Embassy
‘Visa applicants are required to list all social media usernames or handles of every platform they have used from the last 5 years’
Nigerian Abiola Abidoye achieves highest A level law grade in UK
Abiola Abidoye, an 18-year-old student from Ipswich, has achieved the highest A Level grade in the UK for law. The One Sixth Form College student studied maths, further maths, law and physics, earning A* in all four subjects. Despite law not being his “strong suit,” Abiola Abidoye scored an impressive 224 out of 240 across […]
5 most employable degrees in the UK
Choosing the right degree in the UK can shape your entire future. Pick wisely, and it could open the door to your dream job; make the wrong choice, and you may find yourself struggling in a competitive job market. With rising tuition fees and student loans, it’s more important than ever to choose a degree […]
US police find body in forest believed to be missing Nigerian mom
Police in Illinois say a body found in a forest preserve is believed to be that of Olasinmibo “Sinmi” Abosede, a Nigerian mother of four who had been missing since July 30.
How to get a US visa appointment faster in 2025
Securing a U.S. visa appointment has become increasingly competitive, especially in 2025, with surging demand and long wait times at many consulates.
10 cities with fastest time to get a U.S. Visa appointment in 2025
Securing a U.S. visa appointment can often be the most time-consuming part of your travel plans. But depending on where you apply, wait times can range from a few days to well over a year.
Top 10 high-paying industries in the U.S
Several industries in the US offer not only impressive income but also long-term growth, stability, and emerging opportunities, especially as technology and innovation reshape the job market.
Your visa will be denied if you’re traveling to give birth — US tells Nigerians
The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a stern warning to Nigerians seeking to travel to the US primarily to give birth in order to secure American citizenship for their children.
Nigerians affected as UK scraps over 100 jobs from skilled workers’ visa
The UK Home Office has officially removed over 100 mid-skilled occupations from its Skilled Worker visa eligibility list, marking a major overhaul in its immigration policy: a move that could significantly affect Nigerian migrants in the UK and those planning to relocate.’
Fashion designers, IT specialists: UK opens door to foreign talents with new visa rules
The United Kingdom has expanded its Skilled Worker visa route to include more than 70 mid-level occupations, opening the door for foreign professionals such as fashion designers, technicians, and IT specialists to work in the country with salaries starting from €29,000.
9 most-requested documents for work visas
Planning to work abroad? Whether you’re heading to Canada, the UK, Germany, Australia, or the UAE, securing a work visa is a critical step and the process often comes with a long list of required documents.

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