…financial and employment benefits also made the list, ranging from access to federal grants to eligibility for government jobsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published a detailed breakdown of the benefits that come w…
The Nigerian Communications Commission has granted the Enugu State Government a 15-year lease to operate its Digital Industrial Park and Learning Centre, aimed at fostering artificial intelligence, startups, digital skills and technology-driven enterprises. The arrangement is intended to turn the facilities into platfo…
…for the designated airlines of each country.” It further stated that the agreement grants “Fifth Freedom Traffic Rights for all-cargo operations, allowing cargo airlines to transport freight between two foreign countries, provided the service originates or terminates in the airline’s home country.” The ministry express…
…part of the naturalisation process. Australia has long been a destination for skilled migrants from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and other parts of the continent, many of whom are drawn by its strong economy, healthcare system, and quality of life.Australia shares how foreigners can find jobsEarlier, Legit.ng r…
…his administration. The new pay structure, which takes effect from September 1, 2026, grants the highest increases to junior personnel, with soldiers from the rank of private to staff sergeant receiving an 80 per cent salary increase, warrant officers to colonels getting 50 per cent, while brigadier-generals to general…
…Conditional Grant Scheme. While the two programmes are separate, both provide N50,000 grants to qualifying nano businesses. Which businesses does the scheme target? The funding is primarily aimed at nano and micro enterprises operating within local government areas across Nigeria. Information applicants need Business o…
…After dropping a number of unfunded commitments and overseeing over 2,000 illegal migrants breaking into our country, he's bunked off for a jolly abroad. This isn't a Prime Minister that's serious about leading." A Labour source told the Mail: 'Talk about easy mode. A week's holiday? Because he's had a difficult summer…
The UK government has published guidance on who qualifies for indefinite leave to remain (ILR), covering nine distinct categories of applicantsWorkers, family members, Commonwealth citizens, and refugees are among those who may be eligible to settle permanently in BritainThe residency period required to qualify for ILR…
…Safe Schools Initiative, including the utilisation of appropriated funds, international grants and other external support provided for the programme. The Chairman of the Committee, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, commended the minister for consistently honouring invitations from the National Assembly and engaging constructivel…
…Faster for skilled workersThe settlement permit, also known as permanent residency, also grants indefinite stay in Germany and allows visits to other Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Standard requirements mirror those for the EU permit but add a condition that applicants must have pa…
…school grades, adult education certificates, or a passing grade in the Swedish for Immigrants course at level D. Those who cannot present approved qualifications will be required to sit a citizenship test. The first stage of the test, covering knowledge of Swedish society, is set to launch in August 2026 and will be he…
'People smugglers' arrested after Moroccan migrants were caught trying to enter Spain on jet ski Spanish authorities have arrested two suspected human traffickers accused of attempting to smuggle migrants from the North African enclave of Ceuta to mainland Spain using high-speed watercraft.According to reports, one sus…
The Government of Canada has released a list of 10 key tips to help travellers, immigrants, and prospective citizens submit complete applications and avoid mistakes that could delay processing. In a post obtained from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s X handle on Saturday, the guidance encourages appli…
Update: Military escort migrants back to Morocco from Spain's Ceuta enclave A large group of migrants were escorted by police and military personnel on Saturday, August 1, in the Spanish enclave in North Africa towards the El Tarajal border crossing. Security forces were seen accompanying migrants toward designated bor…
…law, lists five marriages not eligible for immigration. ImagesWhat intending immigrants should knowFor anyone planning to immigrate through marriage, USCIS stresses that legal validity alone is not always enough. The agency considers both the legal status of the marriage and whether the relationship is genuine before a…
…the move is intended to strengthen social cohesion and set clearer expectations for immigrants seeking to become German citizens.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that Germany had listed five jobs that are in high demand across the country.Citizenship application fees for adults, childrenMeanwhile, Legit.ng previou…
The United Kingdom (UK) government has published guidance on what migrants must do if their visa is tied to a relationship that has endedAffected migrants are urged to apply for a new visa as soon as possible rather than waiting for their current leave to expireRoutes available include work visas, parent visas, private…
…people have died attempting to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta after up to 60,000 migrants crossed into the territory from Morocco in just 24 hours, triggering a humanitarian and political crisis in Spain.Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the mass influx as "a violation of Spain's territorial integrity"…
…under the Presidential Palliative Programme, the initiative aims to provide one-time grants of ₦50,000 to one million nano businesses spread across the country’s 774 local government areas. The grant is intended to help small business owners strengthen their operations, improve cash flow, and cushion the effects of eco…
The Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme offers ₦50,000 grants to Nigeria's smallest businesses without repayment requirementsEligible nano businesses include roadside traders, artisans, and freelancers with modest capital and turnoverApplications require consistent personal details and must be submitted through offic…
…skilled foreign workers awaiting visa extensions, former exchange visitors and other migrants with pending immigration applications. The arrests reportedly represent a significant expansion of an existing collaboration between the Transportation Security Administration and ICE. Previously, the programme focused mainly…
…skilled foreign workers awaiting visa extensions, former exchange visitors and other migrants with pending immigration applications. The arrests reportedly represent a significant expansion of an existing collaboration between the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and ICE. Previously, the programme focused m…
…Local Government has completed the reconstruction of four roads and disbursed N100m in grants to small businesses, artisans and youth entrepreneurs in the first year of the current administration, as part of efforts to improve infrastructure and stimulate economic activities in the council area. The projects were highl…
…the country more accessible to the international community.Libya deports 80 Nigerian migrantsMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Libyan authorities deported 80 Nigerian migrants this week in a coordinated repatriation exercise through Mitiga International Airport.The operation was carried out by the Department…
…of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, which automatically grants him the ex-officio role of UK Governor to the World Bank. The UK’s modern approach to development is based on partnership rather than paternalism, with the government saying it aims to shift its focus from being a donor to an investo…