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US to Partially Suspend Visa Issuance to Nigerians from January 2026

The United States has announced a partial suspension of visa issuance to Nigerians, effective January 1, 2026, as part of a new presidential proclamation aimed at strengthening border and national security. The US Mission in Nigeria said the restriction will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time in line with Presidential Proclamation 10998, titled “Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States.” Nigeria is among 19 countries affected by the measure. […]

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NIN, CAC Numbers to Serve as Tax IDs Under New Tax System — FIRS

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that the National Identification Number (NIN) issued by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) will now serve as the Tax Identification Number (TIN) for individual Nigerians. The clarification was made during a public awareness campaign on the new tax laws shared by the Service on Monday. According to the FIRS, registered businesses will also no longer need a separate TIN, as their Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration number will automatically function as […]

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CAF Launches African Nations League as Annual Continental Competition

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the African Nations League, a new annual competition designed to showcase the continent’s top senior national teams and players. CAF said the tournament will provide a consistent, world-class platform for African national teams, offering players greater exposure and more opportunities to display their talent on a continental stage. Announcing the initiative on its official X handle on Monday, CAF stated that the African Nations League guarantees the hosting of a top-level […]

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FRSC Intensifies Nationwide Enforcement to Curb Dangerous Driving During Festive Travel

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has intensified nationwide enforcement to remove dangerous drivers and curb life-threatening practices on major highways as Nigerians embark on end-of-year travels. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, disclosed this on Monday during a strategic monitoring of vehicular movement in Kaduna as part of the ongoing Zero Tolerance special operation for the festive season. Mohammed said the corps had deployed a large number of officers and logistics to major corridors linking Kaduna, Abuja and Lokoja in […]

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Senate Confirms 67 Career, Non-Career Ambassadorial Nominees

The Senate has confirmed 67 nominees as career and non-career ambassadors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, approving a list that features former governors, ex-ministers, political figures and seasoned diplomats. The confirmation followed the consideration and adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, chaired by Senator Sani Bello (APC, Niger North), after weeks of screening of nominees forwarded by the Presidency. Presenting the report on the floor of the Senate, Senator Bello said all nominees who […]

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Alaafin Declares Exclusive Authority Over ‘Yorubaland’ Chieftaincy Titles

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has declared that he is the only traditional ruler with the authority to confer chieftaincy titles bearing the name “Yorubaland.” The monarch made the declaration on Sunday at the Aganju Forecourt of the Oyo Palace during the installation of former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdul-Aziz Yari, as Obaloyin of Yorubaland, and Seyi Tinubu as Okanlomo of Yorubaland. Oba Owoade explained that chieftaincy titles in Yoruba tradition are not ornamental or granted […]

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Oyo First Lady Urges Children to Embrace Love, Hard Work at Christmas Celebration

The Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde, has charged children across the state to embrace love, kindness, honesty and hard work as essential foundations for a brighter future. Mrs Makinde described Christmas as a season of reflection, love and giving, rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. She gave the charge in Ibadan during a Christmas party organised for children in the state. The governor’s wife was represented at the event by the Wife of […]

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FG Declares December 25, 26 and January 1 Public Holidays

The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25; Thursday, December 26; and Thursday, January 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations. The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, in Abuja. The minister extended warm seasonal greetings to Christians in Nigeria and across the world, as well as to all […]

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US Recalls Ambassador to Nigeria in Major Diplomatic Reshuffle

The United States government has recalled its ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, as part of a wider diplomatic reshuffle ordered by President Donald Trump. The move is one of nearly 30 changes affecting ambassadorial and senior embassy positions across the world. It is aimed at aligning US diplomatic representation abroad with President Trump’s “America First” foreign policy agenda. Officials at the US State Department confirmed that the affected ambassadors were appointed during the previous administration and will conclude their tenures […]

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