Nigerian Canadian Community in Fort McMurray Secures $27,000 Scholarship Funds for Nigerian Students at Keyano College
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta – The Nigerian Canadian Association of Fort McMurray (Nigerian Canadian Association of Fort McMurray (NCAFM)) has successfully raised $27,000 to establish a permanent scholarship fund for Nigerian students studying at Keyano College, marking a major milesto
Protest in Dublin over death of Congolese immigrant pinned down by security guards
Hundreds protested in Dublin demanding accountability after Congolese immigrant Yves Sakila died while being restrained by security guards outside a department store, in an incident many have compared to the 2020 killing of George Floyd in the US. The post Protest in Dublin over
Nigerians in diaspora urged to participate actively in US politics -
Nigerians in diaspora urged to participate actively in US politics
Report says Canadian wine industry could add billions more to economy if trade barriers are removed
A new report has revealed that Canada’s wine industry could contribute billions of dollars more to the country’s economy if longstanding barriers affecting wineries are eliminated. The analysis, commissioned by Wine Growers Canada and conducted by Deloitte, argues that the sector
ANALYSIS: Can civilians fill the peacekeeping gap in eastern DRC?
If formally recognised, unarmed civilian protection and community-based early warning can offer a path to sustaining stability and security amid troop withdrawals. The post ANALYSIS: Can civilians fill the peacekeeping gap in eastern DRC? appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria: Top remittance services with zero fees in 2026 - ZAWYA
Nigeria: Top remittance services with zero fees in 2026 ZAWYA
NDC Canada Chapter Unveils Fundraising Event With Grenada PM Dickon Mitchell
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Canada Chapter has announced plans to host “An Evening with the Hon. Dickon Mitchell, Political Leader of the NDC and Prime Minister of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique” in Quebec and Ontario next month. According to a statement sign
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Remittances insufficient to offset macro outflows — 91 Payments CEO
Beyond Toronto: African and Caribbean Entertainment Finds a New Home in Oshawa
For years, the Friday night routine for many residents across Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa followed a familiar pattern: boarding the GO Train to downtown Toronto in search of African and Caribbean-inspired nightlife, premium lounges, and culturally vibrant entertainment experiences of
Glitz, Glamour and Legacy as Remarkable Mothers Award & Gala 2026 Honours Women of Excellence in Brampton
It was an evening of elegance, celebration, culture and inspiration as the 11th Annual Remarkable Mothers Award and Gala 2026 lit up the prestigious Shingar Banquet Hall in Brampton, drawing dignitaries, community leaders, families, entrepreneurs, media personalities and guests f
Top remittance services with zero fees in 2026 - Tribune Online
Top remittance services with zero fees in 2026 Tribune Online
NSC confirm inclusion of twenty sports for the Coal City Games
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed the inclusion of 20 sports for the Coal City Games. The confirmation was made after a productive meeting with the Directors of Sports from different states. The National Sports Commission has addressed misunderstandings regarding
JAMB approves 150 as cut-off mark for 2026 university admissions
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and stakeholders in the tertiary education sector have approved 150 as the minimum admission benchmark for universities ahead of the 2026 admission exercise. The decision was reached on Monday during the 2026 annual policy meeting on a
Nigerian Governent exempts Colleges of Education candidates from UTME
The Federal Government has exempted candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education from writing the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced the policy during the admission policy meeting for the 2026 UTME in Abuja.
Canada, EU launch fresh sanctions over abduction of Ukrainian children
The European Union and Canada have announced a fresh round of sanctions targeting Russian officials, camps and institutions accused of taking part in the deportation, forced assimilation and indoctrination of Ukrainian children from occupied territories since the beginning of Rus
3 mocktails to elevate your Mother’s Day hosting game
(NC) If you’re looking to elevate your Mother’s Day hosting game this year, strawberries are a simple but impactful ingredient. Naturally sweet and vibrant, they add flavour, visual appeal and nutritional benefit. For instance, according to Health Canada, just one cup of strawber
Why Some Life Insurance Policies Become Financial Burden And How Immigrant Canadians Can Avoid The Tr
As more immigrant Canadians embrace permanent life insurance for wealth building, retirement planning, and family protection, financial experts are warning that poorly structured policies could become future financial burdens if not properly reviewed and managed. From Universal L
Federal government announces nearly $1B investment to modernize small craft harbours across Canada
The Canadian federal government has unveiled plans to invest nearly $1 billion over the next five years to repair, maintain and modernize the country’s small craft harbour network, in what officials describe as the largest investment ever made in the sector. The funding, announce
Customs hands over stolen Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, others smuggled from Canada -
Customs hands over stolen Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, others smuggled from Canada
Botswana Mourns Ex-President Festus Mogae at 86
Former Botswana president Festus Mogae, celebrated for steering the nation through turbulent HIV/AIDS years and a period of economic expansion, has died at the age of 86. The announcement was made by the Botswana presidency, marking the end of an era for one of southern Africa’s
France To Quit NATO if Melenchon Emerges President
French political figure Jean-Luc Mélenchon has declared that France could pull out of NATO should he ascend to the presidency, insisting the alliance largely functions as a tool of United States dominance, according to comments reported by French media. “If I am president, France
Rome Nets Ex-Ambassador in Visa Scandal Probe
Italian authorities have arrested Piergabriele Papadia de Bottini di Sant’Agnese, former Italy’s ambassador to Uzbekistan, in Rome over allegations tied to an illicit Schengen visa scheme. According to La Repubblica, investigators accuse the diplomat and his alleged associate, Ta
Customs recover stolen Rolls-Royce, Lamborghinis, G-Wagon from Canada in Lagos - The
Customs recover stolen Rolls-Royce, Lamborghinis, G-Wagon from Canada in Lagos The
EFCC declares former minister Sadiya Umar Farouq wanted over alleged diversion of public funds
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over allegations of abuse of office and diversion of public funds. In a statement published on its official platform, the anti-corrupti
Navigating the healthcare system in Canada as a new Nigerian immigrant - Tribune Online
Navigating the healthcare system in Canada as a new Nigerian immigrant Tribune Online
Nigerian community in Canada mourns as preteen boy drowns, six-year-old girl falls to death from 28th-floor apartment -
Nigerian community in Canada mourns as preteen boy drowns, six-year-old girl falls to death from 28th-floor apartment
I cried after Japan deported me on my first overseas trip — Canada-based entrepreneur -
I cried after Japan deported me on my first overseas trip — Canada-based entrepreneur
Mazi Godson Azu And High Commissioner Aminu Dalhatu Hold Consultations At The Court Of St. Jamess, London - thenigerianvoice.com
Mazi Godson Azu And High Commissioner Aminu Dalhatu Hold Consultations At The Court Of St. Jamess, London thenigerianvoice.com
Thousands of taxpayers’ data exposed in CRA breaches — What you should know
Canada’s privacy watchdog says more than 42,000 confirmed individual data breaches have occurred at the since 2020, exposing confidential taxpayer information to unauthorized access. In a special report to Parliament released Thursday, Privacy Commissioner Philippe Dufresne said
EPL: Bruno Fernandes wins FWA Player of the Year award ahead of Declan Rice
Bruno Fernandes has been named the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year after an outstanding season with Manchester United. The United captain becomes the club’s first winner of the prestigious award since Wayne Rooney claimed it in 2010. The 31-year-old ear
Goodluck Jonathan challenges suit seeking to stop 2027 bid
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has challenged a lawsuit seeking to prevent him from contesting the 2027 presidential election. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja by lawyer Johnmary Jideobi, seeks to stop Jonathan from running for president again on the grounds
Embassy Honours Victorious Nigerian Football Team In Beijing - Voice of Nigeria
Embassy Honours Victorious Nigerian Football Team In Beijing Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian goverment bans honorary degree recipients from using ‘Dr’ title, warns against academic fraud
The Federal Government has unveiled a new policy barring recipients of honorary degrees from using the title “Dr,” describing the practice as academic misrepresentation that could attract legal and reputational sanctions. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced the directi