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Somalia Slams Somaliland’s Jerusalem Embassy Bid

Somalia has come out swinging against the breakaway Somaliland region’s plan to open an embassy in Jerusalem, branding the move illegal and a direct assault on national sovereignty. In a strongly worded statement, Somalia’s Foreign Ministry rejected any unilateral steps that coul

Togo removes visa requirement for African nationals
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Togo removes visa requirement for African nationals

Mr Batossie linked the new directive, which took effect on Sunday, to Togo's commitment to regional integration and Pan-African cooperation. The post Togo removes visa requirement for African nationals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Even at gunpoint, I won’t stay beyond four years as president — Peter Obi

Presidential aspirant Peter Obi has vowed to serve only one term of four years if elected president, insisting he would never extend his stay in office under any circumstance. Speaking during an interview with News Central, Obi said he was committed to a single-term presidency in

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Embassy Honours Victorious Nigerian Football Team In Beijing - Voice of Nigeria

Embassy Honours Victorious Nigerian Football Team In Beijing Voice of Nigeria

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Brazil Joins Canada, Egypt, United States, France, Netherlands, Australia and More in Raising Visa Barriers Against Nigerians, Deepening the Travel Crisis and Undermining Nigeria’s Diplomatic Standing Despite Passport Ranking Progress - Travel And Tour World

Brazil Joins Canada, Egypt, United States, France, Netherlands, Australia and More in Raising Visa Barriers Against Nigerians, Deepening the Travel Crisis and Undermining Nigeria’s Diplomatic Standing Despite Passport Ranking Progress Travel And Tour World

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Canada Fast-Tracks 33,000 Temporary Foreign Workers for Permanent Residency

By: Ochuko Kokofe New policy opens doors for thousands of Nigerians and other immigrants contributing to the Canadian economy. In a significant shift aimed at stabilizing the labour market and rewarding economic contributors, the Government of Canada has announced plans to fast-t

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130 Nigerians seek repatriation after latest anti-immigration protests in South Africa - MSN

130 Nigerians seek repatriation after latest anti-immigration protests in South Africa MSN

US lifts visa freeze affecting Nigerians, other foreign-trained doctors
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US lifts visa freeze affecting Nigerians, other foreign-trained doctors

The United States has reversed its earlier suspension of visa processing for foreign-trained physicians, allowing doctors from Nigeria and about 38 other countries to resume their applications. A report by The New York Times indicated that the restriction, introduced in January,

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First TAM Ltd Keeps Nigerian in Canada Waiting for N1.5m Refund After Hungarian Visa Failure - FIJ NG

First TAM Ltd Keeps Nigerian in Canada Waiting for N1.5m Refund After Hungarian Visa Failure FIJ NG

Canada Introduces Refugee Healthcare Cost-Sharing: New Policy Raises Equity Concerns
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Canada Introduces Refugee Healthcare Cost-Sharing: New Policy Raises Equity Concerns

By: Ochuko Kokofe Refugees across Canada are beginning to shoulder part of their medical expenses today, following the implementation of a new federal policy that introduces cost-sharing in refugee healthcare coverage. The change, rolled out by Immigration, Refugees and Citizensh

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Iranian Delegation Misses FIFA Pre-World Cup Meeting After Canada Airport Dispute

Officials from the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran will miss a key FIFA pre-World Cup meeting in Vancouver after turning back at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport following a dispute with Canadian immigration authorities. Iranian state-linked media repor

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Nigerians, other foreigners rush to gain citizenship via Canadian-born ancestors -

Nigerians, other foreigners rush to gain citizenship via Canadian-born ancestors

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Canada accepted 3,463 Nigerian asylum claims in 2025, 21,573 pending – report - MSN

Canada accepted 3,463 Nigerian asylum claims in 2025, 21,573 pending – report MSN

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Canada approves 3,463 asylum claims by Nigerians in 2025, over 21,000 still pending - MSN

Canada approves 3,463 asylum claims by Nigerians in 2025, over 21,000 still pending MSN

Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people over support for Iran
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Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people over support for Iran

The Ministry of Interior disclosed on Monday that 69 people have been stripped of citizenship after 'expressing sympathy' for Iran's actions in war. The post Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people over support for Iran appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Canada visitor visa processing time now 44 days for those applying from Nigeria - Business News Nigeria

Canada visitor visa processing time now 44 days for those applying from Nigeria Business News Nigeria

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Canada to introduce advanced technology methods to curb visa fraud - Business News Nigeria

Canada to introduce advanced technology methods to curb visa fraud Business News Nigeria

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Canada introduces new immigration, asylum rules for Nigerians, others - MSN

Canada introduces new immigration, asylum rules for Nigerians, others MSN

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3,463 Nigerians got asylum in Canada last year -

3,463 Nigerians got asylum in Canada last year

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Canada grants asylum to 3,463 Nigerians in 2025 as applications surge -

Canada grants asylum to 3,463 Nigerians in 2025 as applications surge

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Somalis, Haitians & Nigerians Seek Asylum & Flee The U.S. For Canada After Trump Slashes TPSlum (vFbOzTjWbZ) - Fathom Journal

Somalis, Haitians & Nigerians Seek Asylum & Flee The U.S. For Canada After Trump Slashes TPSlum (vFbOzTjWbZ) Fathom Journal

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Canada Accepts 3,463 Nigerian Asylum Seekers in 2025, 21,573 Pending -

Canada Accepts 3,463 Nigerian Asylum Seekers in 2025, 21,573 Pending

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