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Adetshina vows to continue legal fight over South African immigration status

August 21, 2026

Former Miss South Africa finalist Chidimma Adetshina has vowed to continue challenging her immigration status in South Africa after a court postponed proceedings over her possible detention pending deportation until February 2027,

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Nigerian Man Dies After Detention at Indian Railway Station

August 20, 2026

Indian railway police have opened an investigation into the death of a Nigerian man who collapsed while being questioned by Railway Protection Force (RPF) officials at Surat railway station following an alleged

Diaspora·News

Germany’s Deportation of 137 Nigerians Puts Focus on Economic Reintegration

August 12, 2026

Germany deported at least 137 Nigerians on five documented charter flights between February and June, highlighting the challenge of reintegrating returning citizens and the potential to deploy their skills and experience in

Diaspora·News

UK Councillor Charged Over Allegedly Offensive Social Media Post Targeting Nigerians

July 31, 2026

A British local politician, Glenn Gibbins, has been formally charged over an alleged social media post targeting Nigerians, setting the stage for court proceedings in a case that has attracted political and

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South African Court Adjourns Chidimma Adetshina’s Deportation Case Until August 19

July 21, 2026

The Cape Town Regional Court has adjourned the deportation case involving former Miss South Africa contestant and Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, until August 19 after reserving judgment on her application

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Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu Reaffirms FG’s Commitment to Nigerians in Portugal During Lisbon Visit

July 18, 2026

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, on Friday, July 17, 2026, met with staff of the Nigerian Embassy in Portugal and members of the Nigerian community in Lisbon, reassuring them

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Air Peace Concludes South Africa Evacuation, Returns Final 308 Nigerians

July 15, 2026

Air Peace has concluded the Federal Government’s humanitarian evacuation of stranded Nigerians from South Africa, returning the final batch of 308 citizens and bringing the total number of evacuees to 1,393 across

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FG Completes Evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa Amid Xenophobic Attacks

July 15, 2026

The Federal Government has completed the evacuation of Nigerian nationals from South Africa, with the final batch of evacuees departing Pretoria on Tuesday night, July 14, 2026, ahead of their return to

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Nigeria Deploys Special Airlift for 39 Stranded Citizens as South Africa Evacuation Nears End

July 10, 2026

The Federal Government has facilitated the return of an additional 39 Nigerians from South Africa through a special Air Peace flight, as the emergency evacuation exercise for citizens affected by ongoing xenophobic

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Fourth Evacuation Flight Raises Total Number of Nigerians Repatriated from South Africa to 1,085

July 9, 2026

Nigeria’s Federal Government on Thursday stepped up its evacuation of Nigerians stranded in South Africa, as the fourth repatriation flight returned 282 citizens, bringing the total number of Nigerians evacuated since the

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Nigeria Extends Evacuation Flights for Citizens in South Africa

July 6, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended its evacuation operations for nationals in South Africa amid renewed concerns over xenophobic protests and attacks targeting foreign migrants, as earlier airlift efforts have already

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Air Peace Evacuates 268 More Nigerians From South Africa, Total Returnees Reach 801

July 3, 2026

Air Peace on Friday completed its third humanitarian evacuation flight from South Africa, bringing home 268 Nigerians under the Federal Government’s voluntary repatriation programme, further boosting efforts to assist citizens affected by

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Nigeria Evacuates 271 Citizens from South Africa as Air Peace Flight Lands in Lagos Amid Xenophobic Tensions

June 30, 2026

The Federal Government has evacuated 271 Nigerian nationals from South Africa on an Air Peace flight that landed in Lagos on Tuesday morning, amid renewed xenophobic tensions and reported anti-immigrant threats in

Diaspora·News·Top Stories

Nigerians Stranded in South Africa Lament Delayed Evacuation, Demand Government Action as Ultimatum Draws Near

June 23, 2026

Nigerian citizens stranded in South Africa have continued to express frustration over delays in evacuation arrangements by the Federal Government, as concerns mount over rising xenophobic tensions and June 30 ultimatum issued

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Prisoner Transfer Deal Sparks Hope for Nigerians in Ethiopian Custody

June 13, 2026

Fresh details have emerged on the humanitarian impact of the newly signed Prisoner Transfer Agreement between Nigeria and Ethiopia, with the Federal Government revealing that four Nigerian inmates have died in Ethiopian

Diaspora·News·Top Stories

Nigeria, Ethiopia Sign Prisoner Transfer Agreement to Allow Convicts Serve Sentences at Home

June 12, 2026

Nigeria and Ethiopia have signed a landmark agreement that will allow convicted citizens of both countries to be transferred home to serve the remainder of their prison terms, in a move aimed

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CBN Unveils Non-Resident BVN, Strengthens Ties With Nigerians In Diaspora

May 14, 2025

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) as part of efforts to strengthen financial inclusion and enhance banking services for Nigerians in the diaspora. The

I Never Said I’ll Be Vice President To Anyone – Obi

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Obi Visits 3 U.S Cities To Engage Nigerians In Diaspora On Development

October 23, 2024

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has begun a three-day tour of three cities in the United States of America in continuation of his interactions

Diaspora·Opinion

Diaspora Voting And Electoral Reforms in Nigeria

September 29, 2024

With the increasing emphasis on globalization and glocalization, people living abroad continue to seek ways to contribute to home country affairs. Besides, diaspora monetary remittances, voting by citizens living abroad has become

#EndBadGovernance Protests: PDP Criticises Tinubu's Silence, Demands Immediate Response

Business News·Diaspora·News

Expatriate Employment Levy Policy May Have Devastating Effect On Diaspora Nigerians – CCPE Warns

March 4, 2024

CPPE has called on the Nigerian government to review the Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL) policy introduced recently, warning that it could hurt genuine investors in the country and also have devastating effects

Diaspora·News·Real Estate·Top Stories

JAPA: FG Plans Diaspora City, Mortgage For Nigerians In US, Canada, UK

December 13, 2023

The Federal Government on Wednesday disclosed that it has mortgage plans for Nigerians in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa disclosed

Diaspora·Opinion

Struggles Of Nigerians In Diaspora

June 21, 2023

By Chidera Abaratu, Journalism Mentee Most Nigerians travel abroad without considering the implications that come with it. Don’t get it twisted, travelling abroad is beautiful until it’s not. It’s an added advantage

Nigerian breaks 30-year record in Canada

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Nigerian Breaks 30-year Academic Record In Canada

May 9, 2023

Ernest Omo-Ojo, a Nigerian born Canadian immigrant made history by winning the Herzing College Cup, an award for overall best student of the respected institution which specializes in high-demand skills. According to

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Nigeria Diaspora Can Play Invaluable Role In Good Governance Project – Obi

September 2, 2022

Peter Obi has reiterated the need to engage the Nigerians in diaspora, insisting that they have invaluable roles to play in the quest to entrench good governance in Nigeria.

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(Video) ‘Uproar’ As Peter Obi Meets Nigerians In Houston

August 31, 2022

Labour Party presidential candidate for Nigeria's 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi who is On Diaspora Engagement visiting different countries and cities, on Tuesday August 30

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Peter Obi In Houston, Harps On Reversing Brain Drain In Nigeria

August 31, 2022

Labour Party presidential candidate in the upcoming 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi has stated the need to explore practical ways of reversing the trend of brain drain that is currently hurting

Dabiri-Erewa Hails Nigerian Diaspora For GDP-boosting Remittances, Pushes Diaspora Voting

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Dabiri-Erewa Hails Nigerian Diaspora On GDP-boosting Remittances, Pushes Diaspora Voting

August 30, 2022

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the chairman and chief executive of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) is full of praises for Nigerians in the Diaspora for consistent contributions and aid to the economy pre

On Peter Obi’s Diaspora Engagement: ‘I Need To Tap Brains Of Nigerians Abroad For Task Ahead’

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Peter Obi In Germany, Canada, Says He Consults Nigerian Diaspora ‘For The Task Ahead’

August 27, 2022

Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi in Germany said he is currently on a trip to different countries on invitation by Nigerians in the Diaspora. He hinted that the engagements will

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