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Policy

Four-day office return begins for Canada’s federal public servants

Thousands of Canadian federal public servants have started returning to the office four days a week under updated hybrid work rules, although several departments say office space shortages will delay full implementation. The policy, announced by the Treasury Board in February, fo

Policy

Canadians seeking MAID for mental illness feel abandoned after committee recommendation

Some Canadians living with severe mental illness say they feel abandoned after a federal parliamentary committee recommended against extending medical assistance in dying (MAID) to people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. The committee, whose report was release

Policy

UEFA blasts FIFA over Balogun ban reversal, says football rules undermined

UEFA has condemned FIFA’s decision to suspend the automatic one-match World Cup ban imposed on United States striker Folarin Balogun, describing the move as one that “crossed a red line.” The European football governing body issued the rebuke on Monday after FIFA cleared Balogun

Immigration & Visas

Innocent Travellers at Risk: Pearson Airport Baggage Tag Scam Raises Alarm for Africans Heading to Canada

By Ochuko Kokofe A disturbing criminal scheme uncovered at Toronto’s Toronto Pearson International Airport is sending shockwaves through the international travel community, especially among Africans and first-time immigrants travelling to Canada. The unfolding investigation has r

Policy

SERAP Demands Answers Over ₦1.3bn Allocation to ‘Non-Existent’ Presidential Council

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, to explain the inclusion of more than ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 Appropriation Act for what it

Remittance & Finance

Firm offers pathway to Nigerians for Canadian University education -

Firm offers pathway to Nigerians for Canadian University education

Community

U.S. pledges close scrutiny of Nigeria's 2027 elections, reaffirms commitment to democratic process - The

U.S. pledges close scrutiny of Nigeria's 2027 elections, reaffirms commitment to democratic process The

Xenophobia: Two more Nigerians killed in South Africa
Immigration & Visas

Xenophobia: Two more Nigerians killed in South Africa

The Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg announced the deaths in a statement issued on Saturday. The post Xenophobia: Two more Nigerians killed in South Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Community

Brampton Approves 10 New Street Names, Honouring Local Sports Teams and Community Builders

By N. Ugoh BRAMPTON, ON – The City of Brampton has approved 10 new street names for future roads and subdivisions, recognizing local sports organizations, community leaders, public servants, developers, and the city’s agricultural heritage. Approved by Brampton City Council follo

Community

Mississauga Committee Approves Zoning for New Coptic Orthodox Church on Ninth Line

By N.Ugoh MISSISSAUGA, ON — Mississauga’s Planning and Development Committee has approved a rezoning application that clears the way for the development of a new Coptic Orthodox church on a vacant 9.6-acre site along Ninth Line near Burnhamthorpe Road. The approval allows St. Mar

Community

Peel Police Foundation Awards $445,000 to Six Mississauga and Brampton Community Organizations

By N. Ugoh MISSISSAUGA, ON – The Peel Police Foundation has awarded $445,000 in its first-ever Community Grant Program, providing funding to six organizations in Mississauga and Brampton that support vulnerable youth, mental health, violence prevention, and anti-human trafficking

Remittance & Finance

Community leader hails Nigerians over US elections -

Community leader hails Nigerians over US elections

Community

Ange Postecoglou appointed Al Nassr head coach, reunites with Cristiano Ronaldo

Saudi Pro League champions Al Nassr have appointed Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach on a two-year contract, bringing the Australian manager together with Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. The club announced the appointment in a statement, describing it as “a new cha

Remittance & Finance

Agribusiness taps into diaspora remittances for capital boost -

Agribusiness taps into diaspora remittances for capital boost

Remittance & Finance

Canada, Nigeria working towards direct flights – Deputy High Commissioner - Nairametrics

Canada, Nigeria working towards direct flights – Deputy High Commissioner Nairametrics

Remittance & Finance

Canada Deepens Strategic Partnership with Nigeria, Unveils Expanded Cooperation Agenda -

Canada Deepens Strategic Partnership with Nigeria, Unveils Expanded Cooperation Agenda

Community

Saudi club submits €120m bid for Victor Osimhen

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has reportedly attracted a €120 million offer from an unnamed Saudi Arabian club, according to reports in Turkey. Turkish transfer insider Serhan Türk claims that Galatasaray currently has two separate €120 million offers for the Nigerian str

Community

Alberta to unveil details of proposed West Coast oil pipeline

Danielle Smith is expected to unveil further details today about Alberta’s proposed one-million-barrel-per-day oil pipeline to Canada’s West Coast. The project follows a memorandum of understanding signed with Prime Minister Mark Carney last fall, which committed both governments

Policy

Canada’s UN ambassador says Carney’s global strategy is already taking shape

Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations says Prime Minister Mark Carney’s vision of building flexible partnerships among middle powers is already being implemented through the country’s diplomatic efforts at the UN. Speaking about Canada’s evolving foreign policy, Ambassador Da

Policy

Nigerian government cuts import duties on essential goods to ease cost of living

The Federal Government has announced significant reductions in import duties on a range of essential goods, including staple foods, passenger vehicles, and manufacturing equipment, in a move aimed at easing the rising cost of living. The revised tariffs, which take effect this Ju

Immigration & Visas

Canada Day 2026: A Celebration of Hope, Diversity and New Opportunities for Nigerian and African Immigrants

By Ochuko Kokofe Canada came alive in a sea of red and white on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, as millions of residents gathered across the country to celebrate Canada Day, marking the 159th anniversary of Confederation. From coast to coast to coast, communities embraced the national h

Policy

Elii Emeghebo, A Nigerian-Australian Model, Files Lawsuit Against Company Due To Al-Generated Image Described As A ‘White Twin’ - Yahoo

Elii Emeghebo, A Nigerian-Australian Model, Files Lawsuit Against Company Due To Al-Generated Image Described As A ‘White Twin’ Yahoo

Remittance & Finance

Why every Nigerian sending money home is still paying too much - TheCable

Why every Nigerian sending money home is still paying too much TheCable

Remittance & Finance

Canada Day marks milestone for Portage newcomer from Nigeria - PortageOnline

Canada Day marks milestone for Portage newcomer from Nigeria PortageOnline

Policy

Nigerian model files lawsuit against suit company that used AI to 'whitewash' his image in ads - TheGrio

Nigerian model files lawsuit against suit company that used AI to 'whitewash' his image in ads TheGrio

Community

ECOWAS Court Unveils Digital System for Faster Justice

The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a new Electronic Case Management System (ECMS) aimed at improving access to justice, reducing delays and modernising judicial operations across the region. The digital platform w

Toronto Pride Parade 2026 Draws Massive Crowds, Spotlighting Inclusion, Activism, and Newcomer Voices
Community

Toronto Pride Parade 2026 Draws Massive Crowds, Spotlighting Inclusion, Activism, and Newcomer Voices

By Ochuko Kokofe Downtown Toronto transformed into a sea of rainbow colours on Sunday as tens of thousands gathered for the annual Pride Parade, one of the largest LGBTQ2+ celebrations in Canada. The event, held under the wider Pride Festival weekend, brought together participant

Remittance & Finance

EXCLUSIVE: Muva Networks, founded by ‘Ajebutter’, secures Nigerian remittance (IMTO) licence - Condia

EXCLUSIVE: Muva Networks, founded by ‘Ajebutter’, secures Nigerian remittance (IMTO) licence Condia

Immigration & Visas

UK Rejects 1.34 Million Nigerian Visa Applications From 2005-2026 - Arbiterz

UK Rejects 1.34 Million Nigerian Visa Applications From 2005-2026 Arbiterz

Community

FFO Community Combines Civic Action, Culture at PVC–Food Hangout

By Busari Toheeb Dolapo and Babatunde Adekanmbi The For Fun Only (FFO) Community has announced the maiden edition of its PVC–Amala Hangout, a unique civic engagement initiative aimed at encouraging young Nigerians to obtain their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs) while creating an a

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