Nigerian man faces life sentence for murdering homeless person in Canada
A 31-year-old man, Adimabua Chukwuka has been arrested for first-degree murder in connection with the death of a homeless man in Toronto.
Japa: Remain in Nigeria, if you’re making money – UK-based singer, Candy Bleakz
Relocating abroad is not for everybody, especially if you’re doing well in Nigeria, UK-based singer Candy Bleakz has advised.
JAPA phenomenon exposing increase in paternity fraud — Investigation
In a recently released comprehensive report shared by Smart DNA, a Lagos-based DNA testing centre covering trends in Nigeria from July 2023 to June 2024, it has been revealed that there is a significant increase in DNA tests for immigration purposes, closely aligning with the ongoing “Japa” phenomenon, as more Nigerians seek opportunities abroad.
Cartoon: Some fires are better than others
Cartoon: Is there fire hotter than Nigeria’s?
Japa: No future in Nigeria, nothing’ll make us return – UK-based couple
“The UK is that it is a place of equal opportunities and brighter future for all”
I spent $28,000 to Japa, but no regrets – Canada-based Adebehinje
Samuel said: “It cost me $28,000. And education brought me here”
Japa: Relocating is worth it, but… – Canada-based Olawale
“Steady electricity, and the ability to plan well,” are what he considers the best things about his relocation
Canada scraps study permits pathway to permanent residency for foreign students
Canada has closed the pathway for international students to convert their study permits into permanent residency under its latest immigration policies.
Japa: Leaders don’t run away – Fashola advises youth
Former governor of Lagos State, Babatunde Fashola has urged Nigerian youth to remain in the country despite the challenging economic climate and the growing trend of migration.
Japa: You can’t deny workers decent wages, still forcefully keep them, Ajaero tells FG
… as Nnachi tasks leaders on selfless service By Joseph Erunke, Abuja President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero, yesterday, faulted the federal government for attempting to deny workers the freedom to seek better jobs abroad in the face of poor working environment in the country. This was as the National President […]
Japa has increased demand for transcripts, says UNILAG VC
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Professor Folasade Tolulope Ogunsola, has revealed that the “japa” phenomenon—where Nigerians seek opportunities abroad—has led to a significant rise in transcript requests from past students.
Japa: FG launches programme to repatriate healthcare expertise from abroad
The federal government has introduced the Nigerian Health Professionals in Diaspora Plus Engagement Programme, aimed at addressing the brain drain in the healthcare sector by repatriating the expertise of Nigerian health professionals abroad.
Japa: Sweden to pay immigrants $34,000 to return home
The amount, $34,000, is N55,930,000, using the recent exchange rate of N1,645/$.
Japa: UK universities lament poor finances since visa restrictions
In the first four months of 2024, there were 30,000 fewer applications from overseas than in the same period in 2023, according to official statistics
Japa: Corruption pushing 60% of Nigerian, other African youths to emigrate – Poll
Most said a Donald Trump victory in the US presidential elections would be a far worse outcome for Africa than a win by Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
Japa syndrome: Improve working conditions for doctors, Abayomi tells FG
THE Commissioner for Health in Lagos State, Professor Akin Abayomi, has said the only antidote to check ‘Japa’ syndrome in the medical profession is to make it more attractive and inspiring.
