Tag: Nigerians
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Leave Our Country Now’ — Nkosikhona Tells Nigerian Men Married to South African Women
By Paul Joseph South African activist Nkosikhona Ndabandaba, widely known as Phakel’umthakathi, has ignited controversy after ordering South African women married to Nigerian men to leave the country and settle in Nigeria. The comments, which gained traction across social media, were made amid growing anti-migrant campaigns and vigilante rhetoric directed at foreign nationals living in…
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“‘Don’t Yorubanise This Country’: Nigerians React to Proposed NYSC Adire Uniform”
By Paul Joseph The Federal Government’s proposal to replace the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) traditional khaki uniform with locally produced Adire fabric has continued to generate mixed reactions, with some Nigerians accusing President Bola Tinubu’s administration of attempting to promote Yoruba cultural attire as a national symbol. The debate began after the Minister of…
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Third Batch of Evacuated Nigerians Arrive Lagos from South Africa
By Opeyemi Adelakun The third batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa has arrived in Lagos amid weeks of anti-immigration protests and rising xenophobic tensions in the country. The returnees arrived on Tuesday aboard an Air Peace aircraft, which touched down at the cargo terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at about 10:54…
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15,000 Nigerians Still Trapped in South Africa as Fresh Evacuation Begins Today
By Opeyemi Adelakun Thousands of Nigerians remain stranded in South Africa as fresh anti-immigrant protests are expected to begin today, with the Federal Government intensifying efforts to evacuate citizens willing to return home. Investigations indicate that more than 15,000 Nigerians are still seeking evacuation despite the government’s ongoing repatriation exercise, raising fresh concerns over the…
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“I Don’t See The Hunger Nigerians Talk About” — Onanuga Defends Tinubu’s Policies
By Opeyemi Adelakun Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga has stirred debate after saying he does not personally see the level of hunger many Nigerians complain about despite ongoing economic hardship across the country. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Onanuga defended the policies of President Bola Tinubu, arguing that several government initiatives and infrastructure projects…
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Stop Lying, Hardship Shows Your Reforms Aren’t Working — Nigerians React To Tinubu’s Speech
By Paul Joseph President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary speech has sparked intense reactions from Nigerians, many of whom questioned and rejected the President’s claims that his economic reforms are producing positive results and said that Tinubu should “stop lying”. During his nationwide address on Friday, Tinubu defended major policies introduced by his administration, including the…
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Tinubu Defends Economic Reforms as Nigerians Battle Hardship, Insecurity
By George Omagbemi Sylvester President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended the controversial economic reforms introduced by his administration, insisting that Nigeria avoided fiscal collapse through what he described as “difficult but necessary decisions.” Speaking during his third anniversary address on May 29, 2026, Tinubu maintained that fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange reforms, and fiscal restructuring…
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Cambodia Orders Nigerians, Other African Nationals to Leave Before May 31 or Face Arrest, Jail
By Gloria Drealomalicha The Royal Government of Cambodia has issued a stern immigration warning directing African nationals residing illegally in the country to leave before May 31, 2026, or face arrest, imprisonment and hefty fines. The directive was announced in an official notice released by Cambodia’s General Department of Immigration under the Ministry of Interior.…
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Police Officer Threatens To Kill Anyone Who Films Him On Duty
By: Sunday Ameh A man identified as Newton Isokpehi, who claimed to be a serving police officer with 26 years of service, has sparked outrage after threatening to shoot anyone who records him while on duty. Isokpehi made the remarks in a viral video circulated on social media on Wednesday, where he issued threats against…
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Economic Hardship Pushes Eggs Beyond Reach of Many Nigerians
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Nigeria’s worsening economic crisis is forcing millions of households to cut down on egg consumption as rising poultry production costs continue pushing prices beyond the reach of average families. Once considered one of the cheapest and most accessible sources of protein, eggs are increasingly disappearing from dining tables across the country.…
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Makinde Says Nigerians Will “Show Politicians Pepper” in 2027
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that “federal might” and political intimidation will not determine the outcome of the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that Nigerians are becoming more politically conscious and ready to defend their votes. Makinde made the remarks on May 14, 2026, during the Oyo State Tourism…
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FG Begins Evacuation Plans as Nigerians in South Africa Register Amid Rising Tensions
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced arrangements for the evacuation of its citizens from South Africa, as growing insecurity and anti-foreigner tensions push many Nigerians to seek urgent return options. May 4, 2026 — At least 130 Nigerians have already registered for voluntary evacuation flights, according to the Ministry of…