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Foreign Service officers as enfant terribles, the Lamuwa Debacle and other issues.

Diaspora NewslineJul 10, 2024July 10, 20240

By Odafe Emudiaga President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is well aware of the aftermath of the recent election, which has left Nigerians worldwide in shock due to the uncivilized conduct and aggression of a group known as the Obidients, supporters of opposition politician Peter Obi. Their actions have led to a...

End of Immunity: former ICC president, Chile Eboe-Osuji set to release book against impunity, on Oct. 15th

Diaspora NewslineOct 9, 2024October 9, 20240

Nigeria born international jurist and former president of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Dr. Chile Eboe Osuji, is set to release his new book titled, End of Immunity. This critically acclaimed and highly anticipated book, which stressed the need to hold world leaders accountable, will be released on the 15th...

Nigerians celebrate 64th independence with carnival in US cities

Diaspora NewslineOct 9, 2024October 9, 20240

Nigerians converged on major cities in the United States, including New York, at the weekend in a colourful carnival to celebrate Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary. The parade and carnival were also held simultaneously in other major U.S. states like Texas, Maryland, Georgia, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, reports Daily Trust. The...

Meet 20 Most Influential Nigerians In Canada

Diaspora NewslineOct 1, 2024October 1, 20240

Japa: 4 EU countries that relaxed conditions for EU Blue Card in 2024

Diaspora NewslineSep 25, 2024September 25, 20240

In an attempt to attract more foreigners with professional qualifications, four European Union member states have simplified their EU Blue Card rules so far this year. An EU Blue Card is a document that allows highly qualified non-EU workers to live and work in the bloc. While there are some...

Funfair as Nigerians in Toronto converge under 9ja Connect

Diaspora NewslineJul 29, 2024July 29, 20240

Funfair as Nigerians in Toronto converge under 9ja Connect It’s was an atmosphere of conviviality, fun, cultural expose, connecting, and most importantly, the organizers succeeded in creating a mini Nigeria inside the heart of Toronto, Canada. The leadership of 9ja Connect, a non-governmental organisation, aimed at connecting Nigerians in Canada,...

Hunger Protest: Diaspora group threatens to embarrass politicians abroad

Diaspora NewslineJul 29, 2024July 29, 20240

Hunger Protest: Diaspora group threatens to embarrass politicians abroad That the planned Hunger Protest in Nigeria is gaining momentum across the globe is no longer news. The news is that aside from Nigerians living in Nigeria, other Nigerians that live outside Nigeria are also throwing their weight behind the protest...

Tuggar reaffirms FG’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria-China relationship

Diaspora NewslineJul 27, 2024July 27, 20240

Tuggar reaffirms FG’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria-China relationship Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening relationship during the visit of China’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chen Xiao Doing to Nigeria. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, stated this while welcoming the Chinese Vice Minister...

Tunji Ojo’s E passport revolution: Nigerians in Diaspora applaud Tinubu’s interior minister

Diaspora NewslineJul 15, 2024July 15, 20240

By Nzeh Frankwhite (Canada), Ojobo Christain (Germany) The fact that Hon Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is rated by even the worst critics as the star minister under the present administration of Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu is to state the obvious.Going by some of the instant revolutionary actions he embarked upon the moment they...

Meet Nigerian lady who moved motion for recognition of Oct.1st as a National Day for Nigerians in Canada

Diaspora NewslineJul 15, 2024July 15, 20240

By Nzeh Frankwhite All things being equal, the Nigerian community in Manitoba province of Canada will have the rare opportunity of officially celebrating the forthcoming Nigeria’s independence day with full recognition of the government of the province, and this courtesy of a Nigerian Canadian, Uzoma Asagwara, who presently occupies the...