· Jun 7

7 Key Factors Visa Officers Consider During Nigerian Visa Interviews

Visa officers prioritize clear travel purpose, strong home country ties, and proof of financial stability when assessing visa applications from Nigerians seeking to travel abroad. Complete and accurate documentation, honesty and consistency in application information, and confidence during interviews also significantly influence visa approval chances. Applicants must avoid overstaying or...
· Jun 7

Sultan of Sokoto urges prayers nationwide for Nigeria’s progress and peaceful coexistence

Alh. Sa’ad Abubakar, Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, has called on traditional rulers and faith groups to pray for Nigeria’s progress and peaceful coexistence. He led a special prayer in Sokoto following President Bola Tinubu’s request for continuous prayers from religious and...
· Jun 3

Reno Omokri Refutes Natasha Akpoti’s Denial of Sexual Harassment Allegations with Evidence

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has dismissed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s recent denial of sexual harassment allegations against him as a false afterthought, citing previous accusations and substantial evidence. Akpoti-Uduaghan initially accused Omokri of harassment during a 2014 presidential reception but later retracted these claims, denying ever making such allegations against...
· Jun 3

Eid al-Kabir in Ibadan marred by soaring ram and pepper prices amid economic strains

As Eid al-Kabir approaches in Ibadan, soaring prices of rams and other sacrificial animals have left many Muslims skeptical about celebrating this year. Rams are priced between ₦200,000 to ₦1.3 million, a steep increase influenced by rising transportation and feeding costs from northern Nigeria. Additionally, the prices of essential ingredients...
· Jun 3

Ukraine Invited to NATO Summit in The Hague Amid Russia Invasion Tensions

Ukraine has been officially invited to attend the NATO summit scheduled for June 24-26 in The Hague, Netherlands, announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO officials. This invitation comes amid ongoing concerns about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and US pressures on NATO members to increase defense spending. Zelensky emphasized that...