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Nigerian diaspora leaders honoured at CBI African Icons Merit Award

Diaspora Newsline8 months ago8 months ago0

Three prominent figures of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Indiana Chapter were among those recognised at the maiden edition of the CBI African Icons Merit Award, held at the Global Village Welcome Center in Indianapolis on 6 September. The event, organised by the CBI Community Network, brought together African...

Security concerns behind visa cancellations for Nigerians, others – US

Diaspora Newsline9 months ago9 months ago0

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has clarified that over 55 million foreign nationals, including Nigerians with valid US visas, are being screened as part of the new US security measures. The embassy explained that the US government is enforcing long-standing immigration laws to enhance national security and prevent the...

National Diaspora Day: NiDCOM set to launch Diaspora Housing Platform, others

Diaspora Newsline10 months ago10 months ago0

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) is set to launch the Diaspora Home and Abroad Platform during the sixth edition of National Diaspora Day, holding on July 25 and 26 at the State House Conference Centre, Presidential Villa, Abuja. This was part of a press statement released by the commission’s...

Nigeria Faces Growing Visa Restrictions: A Wake-Up Call For Domestic and Regional Travel Focus

Diaspora Newsline10 months ago10 months ago0

What travel challenges have you experienced to-and-between Nigeria from other countries like the United States, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and United Kingdom, which have subjected Nigerians to difficult visa entry rules? These visa restrictions are part of massive immigration restrictions that will not only affect inbound tourism, but also...

CALGARY CANADA 2025: NIGERIA DELEGATION SHINE AT ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION.

Diaspora Newsline11 months ago11 months ago0

By Anne Uche Obi Rotary is an international service organization with over 1.2 million members in 200+ countries. It brings together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards, and advance goodwill and peace. Rotary’s core values include service, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership. Rotary a...

GOV OKPEBHOLO TAPS INTO $7BN ANNUAL REMITTANCES BY EDO DIASPORANS, ENGAGES STAKEHOLDERS

Diaspora Newsline11 months ago11 months ago0

Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo’s administration is ushering in a new era of engagement and empowerment for Edo State’s global diaspora through a visionary and transformative policy framework implemented by the Edo State Diaspora Agency. This initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to strengthening ties with Edo indigenes worldwide by prioritizing their...

Nigeria’s Emeka Onwezi elected president of top African American Bar Association

Diaspora NewslineMay 17, 202511 months ago0

Nigerian born American legal luminary, Barrister Emeka Onwezi has been elected as president of top African American bar association, J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association. The good news of his election as president of J. Franklyn Borne Bar Association was shared on the facebook page of his law firm, through a...

Canada’s City Of Brampton Honor’s Prince Segun Akanni With Arts Acclaimed Award

Diaspora NewslineMay 17, 2025May 17, 20250

In a heartwarming celebration of creativity, passion, and cultural impact, Prince Segun Akanni has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Arts Acclaim Award by the City of Brampton. The recognition comes as part of the city’s annual Citizen Awards Program, a longstanding initiative that celebrates individuals who have made significant...

Nigeria, U.S. Strengthen Ties in High-Level Diplomatic Engagement

Diaspora NewslineApr 6, 2025April 6, 20250

The federal government of Nigeria and the government of the United States of America are currently working on strengthening diplomatic ties between the two great nations. This was a strategic component of a recent virtual engagement between the Minister of Foreign Affairs in Nigeria Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar and the United...

Nollywood’s Barbara Odoh set to battle EFCC for alleged right infringement

Diaspora NewslineMar 11, 2025March 11, 20250

…. the VDM’s China trip angle The management of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to be enmeshed in a scandalous legal battle if the brewing crisis between them and veteran actress Barbara Odoh, is not nipped in the bud. Veteran Nollywood actress Barbara Odoh has threatened...