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Femi Fani-Kayode Sparks Controversy with Thought-Provoking Quotes on Colonial History and Financial Transgressions Renowned Nigerian politician Femi Fani-Kayode recently stirred up a social media storm by sharing a photo of former UK Prime Minister David Cameron with a striking quote. The quote attributed to Cameron asserted, “If the money stolen from Nigeria in the last…
The United Kingdom and Nigeria are on the verge of signing a historic partnership agreement that will allow British legal practitioners to conduct business and provide services in Nigeria. The deal, named the Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP), aims to boost cooperation, promote trade and investment, and create new opportunities for both nations. This…
In a recent development, the United Kingdom has expanded its list of companies and organizations licensed to sponsor skilled immigrants through the temporary worker immigration pathway. The most recent update on January 12, 2024, reveals a significant increase, with a total of 99,856 approved companies, marking a notable rise of 31,226 from the previous count…
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has sounded a warning to potential Nigerian migrants seeking employment in the UK. Highlighting a fraudulent scheme distributing counterfeit employment letters, the IOM revealed that over 260,000 Nigerians sought their guidance on migration last year. Unfortunately, many fell victim to these false assurances, leaving them stranded in the UK….
The University of Cambridge’s Wolfson College, a renowned institution within the academic sphere, proudly announced Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu as its forthcoming President, marking a significant chapter in the college’s legacy. In an official statement titled “Wolfson Elects Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu as the College’s 7th President” released on the university’s official platform, it was disclosed that…
The British High Commission in Nigeria has announced the opening of a new temporary submission centre for UK visas in Enugu State, starting from September 13, 2023. This new centre will operate out of the Omedel Luxury Hotel in Independence Layout, Enugu, offering a twice-a-week service. Applicants will be able to select Enugu as their…
The British High Commissioner, Dr Richard Montgomery, congratulated beneficiaries who succeeded in securing a scholarship through the challenging application and interview process, according to a statement Wednesday. Speaking at a pre-departure reception held in Abuja, Montgomery said, “Seeing you all here is a great testimony to hard work, perseverance and resilience through a highly competitive…
A Nigerian doctor based in the United Kingdom has lost custody of his 16-year-old son to the government following a distressing incident. The shocking revelation came to light through a child rights advocate, pepstalk1, who shared the story on her Instagram page. According to the account, the doctor flogged his son after catching him and…