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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

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

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

24 Days to Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games: Team Nigeria Stars to Watch (Part 1)

As the 2026 Commonwealth Games draw closer, with Glasgow, Scotland set to host the Games from July 23 to August 2, Team Nigeria will once again parade some of the finest athletes on the global stage. Here are some of Nigeria’s biggest stars to watch (just the first part). Tobi Am

Immigration & Visas

UK Rejects 1.34m Visa Applications By Nigerians - LEADERSHIP Newspapers

UK Rejects 1.34m Visa Applications By Nigerians LEADERSHIP Newspapers

Immigration & Visas

Nigeria Ranks Second Globally in UK Visa Refusals as Japa Trend Grows - BarristerNG.com

Nigeria Ranks Second Globally in UK Visa Refusals as Japa Trend Grows BarristerNG.com

Immigration & Visas

How UK Denied 1.34 Million Nigerians Visas - Report - Legit.ng

How UK Denied 1.34 Million Nigerians Visas - Report Legit.ng

Immigration & Visas

UK rejects 1.34 million Nigerian visa applications in 21 years - The Sun Nigeria

UK rejects 1.34 million Nigerian visa applications in 21 years The Sun Nigeria

Immigration & Visas

UK Visa Refusals for Nigerians Remain Disproportionately High Over Two Decades - Head Topics

UK Visa Refusals for Nigerians Remain Disproportionately High Over Two Decades Head Topics

Immigration & Visas

1.34 million Nigerians denied UK visas in 21 years -

1.34 million Nigerians denied UK visas in 21 years

Community

Nigeria–UK Green Gold Forum Set for Leeds, Targets Diaspora Investment in Agriculture - Brand Icon Image

Nigeria–UK Green Gold Forum Set for Leeds, Targets Diaspora Investment in Agriculture Brand Icon Image

Policy

Poilievre Demands Ethics Probe into Federal-B.C. Housing Plan

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is demanding an urgent parliamentary ethics investigation into the federal government’s housing initiative in British Columbia, accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of using taxpayer funds to rescue condominium developers. In a letter

Community

Nigeria-UK forum to mobilise diaspora investment in agriculture, food security - The

Nigeria-UK forum to mobilise diaspora investment in agriculture, food security The

Immigration & Visas

Nigerian in UK Alerts Court to Fraudulent Visa Scheme by Travel Agent - Head Topics

Nigerian in UK Alerts Court to Fraudulent Visa Scheme by Travel Agent Head Topics

GHANA COURTS CANADIAN INVESTORS AS RAS MUBARAK UNVEILS BOLD VISION AT GHANA-CANADA FORUM IN TORONTO
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GHANA COURTS CANADIAN INVESTORS AS RAS MUBARAK UNVEILS BOLD VISION AT GHANA-CANADA FORUM IN TORONTO

By Ochuko Kokofe Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Canada, with a strong call for investment and strategic partnerships during the Ghana-Canada Forum held at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto, 15 June,2026. Addressing an audience of busine

Remittance & Finance

King Charles III Becomes First British Monarch to Publicly Disclose Personal Tax Payments

King Charles III has become the first British monarch to publicly disclose details of his personal income tax payments, marking what Buckingham Palace described as a significant step toward greater financial transparency. In a statement released recently, the palace revealed that

Immigration & Visas

Japan Joins USA, Australia, UK, New Zealand, and Kuwait in Introducing New Visa and Immigration Fees for 2026: What Are the Travel Rules and Entry Barriers Tourists Have to Face? - Travel And Tour World

Japan Joins USA, Australia, UK, New Zealand, and Kuwait in Introducing New Visa and Immigration Fees for 2026: What Are the Travel Rules and Entry Barriers Tourists Have to Face? Travel And Tour World

Remittance & Finance

Nigeria, UK review existing MoU, focus on security, military capacity-building - The

Nigeria, UK review existing MoU, focus on security, military capacity-building The

Immigration & Visas

UK-Based Nigerians hail FG over contactless passport renewal - The Sun Nigeria

UK-Based Nigerians hail FG over contactless passport renewal The Sun Nigeria

Immigration & Visas

House of Lords disagree with UK government over new immigration rules -

House of Lords disagree with UK government over new immigration rules

Remittance & Finance

Popular UK bank, Monzo launches remittance to Nigeria - Condia

Popular UK bank, Monzo launches remittance to Nigeria Condia

Immigration & Visas

Presidency Faults Obi Over Call for Tinubu’s Resig

The Presidency has criticized former Anambra State governor and National Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for urging President Bola Tinubu to resign following the resignation of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In a statement, Special Adviser to th

Immigration & Visas

UK-based Nigerians hail contactless passport renewal - The

UK-based Nigerians hail contactless passport renewal The

Immigration & Visas

Passport Renewal: UK-based Nigerians hail FG over new proceedure - The

Passport Renewal: UK-based Nigerians hail FG over new proceedure The

Immigration & Visas

UK-based Nigerians hail FG over contactless passport renewal - Tribune Online

UK-based Nigerians hail FG over contactless passport renewal Tribune Online

Policy

Starmer Announces Resignation as UK Prime Minister

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, bringing an end to a turbulent period in office marked by policy reversals and declining public support. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, an emotional Starmer said every decision he had made while in office was

Policy

Anambra Lawmakers Demand Chioma’s Prosecution, Husband’s Arrest Over Tortured Boy

The Anambra State House of Assembly has called for swift prosecution of Mrs. Chioma Chukwunyere and the arrest of her husband following allegations of severe abuse against a 10-year-old boy, Chiziterem, a case that has triggered public outrage and intense debate. The House action

Remittance & Finance

Why Thousands Of Nigerians In The UK Are Switching To SendOva For Better Rates And Fee-Free Transfers - TechCabal

Why Thousands Of Nigerians In The UK Are Switching To SendOva For Better Rates And Fee-Free Transfers TechCabal

Community

IMT ALUMNI URGED TO LEVERAGE HOMECOMING SUCCESS FOR STRONGER GLOBAL NETWORK

By Ochuko Kokofe The maiden Global Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu Alumni Homecoming has been described as a landmark success, with stakeholders calling for renewed efforts to strengthen and expand the alumni association across Nigeria and the diaspora. The hi

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