Politics, governance, immigration and public policy dominated the headlines as the self-styled Director-General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council denied responsibility for creating the disputed agency and sought to testify before the House of Representatives probe panel. Meanwhile,…

…to improve conditions of service in the health sector amid an unprecedented wave of migration of Nigerian health workers. Thousands of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, medical laboratory scientists and other healthcare professionals have left the country in recent years in search of better remuneration and working conditi…

Germany's Federal Office for Migration and Refugees has outlined the conditions foreign nationals must meet to secure permanent residency in the countryMost applicants must hold a valid residence title for at least five years before they can qualify for either of Germany's two main permanent residence permitsEU Blue Ca…

…affecting anyone who has applied or is planning to apply for citizenship.The Swedish Migration Agency confirmed that the new rules apply immediately, with no transitional period. This means every pending application that had not been decided before June 6 is also being assessed under the stricter framework.Sweden annou…

…smugglers charge as much as £3,500 per person.The arrests come amid an unprecedented migration surge that overwhelmed Ceuta, a Spanish enclave with a population of about 84,000. Residents described chaotic scenes as thousands of migrants occupied public spaces across the city.One business owner told Spanish broadcaster…

…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 applicants to complete and submit their applications online, noting that the digital system helps identify missing information before submission. Appli…

USCIS has clarified valid marriage requirements for US immigration benefits for Nigerians and others wishing to emigratePolygamous and proxy marriages face scrutiny under US immigration law, with stiff penaltiesApplicants must prove genuine relationships to avoid immigration pitfalls and visa denialsPAY ATTENTION: Mark…

…affected migrants must not wait for their current visa to expire before seeking a new immigration status. Applying as soon as the relationship ends is strongly advised.UK explains what migrants can do with their visas after a marriage breaks down. Photo PoolImagesVisa routes available after a relationship endsAccording…

…Moroe, has rejected claims that Ayra Starr and her team were denied visas, saying immigration authorities have no record of any application or rejection. Ayra starr. Photo credit: Forbes Meanwhile, South African singer Tyla has removed the planned December 22 Lagos date from her world tour schedule. Read the full story…

…the Schengen border-free travel arrangements with Spain for one month in response to the migration surge. Although Italy does not share a land border with Spain, the measure means travellers moving by air or sea between the two countries will be required to present passports. Italy's Interior Ministry also said it had…

…pass on Canadian citizenship. In a post on Canadavisa’s X account on Friday, Canadian immigration authorities explained that citizenship is based on the relationship between a child and a parent who held Canadian citizenship at the time of the child’s birth. “The Citizenship Act recognizes a person born abroad to a par…

…the realignment was also aimed at improving efficiency and adjusting to shifting US immigration policy priorities and objectives. “Citizens and residents of Nigeria who wish to apply for a visa must schedule an appointment and pay the required visa fee at US Consulate Lagos, the new designated location,” the mission re…

…voting. She could also be ordered to pay up to a $250,000 maximum fine. FBI - Houston, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations, and Texas Attorney General's Office conducted the investigations with the assistance of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Liesel R…

People Korea Rolls Out New Immigration Plan: 5 Key Benefits for Foreigners Visiting in 2026 Published 30 Jul 2026 at 9:58 PM by Ankrah Shalom 1 min read Details soon...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experience.…

Sweden's Migration Agency published guidelines showing how long people with criminal records must wait before applying for citizenshipThe qualifying period varies based on the sentence received, ranging from two years for minor fines to 17 years for a six-year prison termPeople who have committed multiple crimes may fa…

The U.S. government listed three major immigration violations that could lead to the deportation of non-citizensAuthorities said criminal acts, public safety threats and visa violations could trigger removal proceedingsOfficials also explained when expedited deportation could occur without an immigration court hearingP…

…Deny Tyla and her team visas into Nigeria - BBNaija star, Pere, appeals to Nigeria Immigration Service Reality TV star and actor Pere Egbi has joined a growing segment of Nigerians demanding a boycott of South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla's upcoming concert scheduled for December in Lagos. Taking to X, the Big Br…

…the country, marking an expansion of the President Donald Trump administration’s immigration enforcement campaign. According to a report by The New York Times published on Wednesday, officers from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have detained travellers at check-in counters, boarding gates and arrival term…

…been refused asylum three times and 'become extremely frustrated in relation to his immigration status', a court heard. Manchester's Minshull Street Crown Court heard how officers were called to the Edgar Wood Academy in Middleton, Greater Manchester, on August 8, last year, after a report that a man was acting suspici…

…at airports across the country, marking an expansion of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement campaign. According to a report by The New York Times published on Wednesday, officers from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have detained travellers at check-in counters, boarding gates and arri…

…unaccounted for and has not returned to Ethiopia. Officers are working with the Swedish Migration Agency, border police, and authorities in other countries to locate them. by Linda Ikeji at 29/07/2026 2:44 PM | Share this Story

…Zealand before Canada. They further alleged that they were arrested in Cameroon after immigration officials informed them that the visas in their possession were invalid. The Divisional Police Officer, Uromi Division, Gabriel Ogah, confirmed that officers sent to bring Ighodaro to Edo State were unable to do so after d…

…at the Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation (KMF) Winter Seminar on July 23, Mupita framed migration as a fundamental characteristic of the African identity, urging South […] The post MTN CEO, Ralph Mupita, advocates for borderless Africa to drive economic growth appeared first on Tribune Online.

…recognised file format, and applicants are advised to save a secure copy to present to immigration officials upon arrival in the country.Libyan authorities framed the portal as part of a broader effort to promote cultural exchange and make travel to the country more accessible to the international community.Libya depor…

The Nigeria Immigration Service refuted claims that its online portal redirected applicant payments to Dunamis International Gospel CentreBorder officials declared that no private or religious entity acts as a payment intermediary for travel document processingSecurity personnel launched an investigation to track down…