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The Federal Government has clarified the terms of the Nigeria-UK migration agreement, firmly dismissing claims that the country will be forced to accept foreign nationals. The clarification follows widespread misinformation surrounding the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed during President Bola Tinubu’s recent state visit to the United Kingdom. In a statement issued on Saturday, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said the agreement does not compel Nigeria to admit non-citizens under any circumstance. No obligation to accept foreigners According to the Presidency, the migration framework strictly applies to the return of verified nationals of either country. It emphasised that only individuals confirmed…

The United Kingdom (UK) and Nigeria have signed a three-year strategic plan aimed at tackling organised immigration crime and strengthening border security cooperation. The agreement was announced in a joint statement by the UK Home Office during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the UK. Both countries said the initiative reflects a shared priority to curb migration-related crimes and improve border control systems. “We… announce our intention to expand cooperation to reduce organised immigration crime and the risks associated with it,” the statement read. What the UK–Nigeria immigration pact covers The deal was signed by Shabana Mahmood and Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,…

Nigeria and the United Kingdom (UK) have signed three major Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at tightening migration control, strengthening border security, and expanding business visa access. The agreements were announced during the state visit of President Bola Tinubu, signalling a fresh push to deepen bilateral ties between both countries. According to the Ministry of Interior, the MoUs cover migration partnership, tackling organised immigration crime, and improving visa processes for UK firms operating in Nigeria. Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo said the deals are designed to create a “transparent, rules-based migration system” that is safe and beneficial to both nations. He…

Asake, the Grammy-nominated Nigerian music star, has opened up about his desire to start a family in the near future. During a recent appearance on Flow With Korty, the Lagos-born singer revealed that building a family is something he thinks about every day. “I want to have a family by the special grace of God,” he said. “I think about it every day. I would love to marry someday, but I don’t go out much. However, I know I will meet my wife, and it is in God’s hands.” Offering more insight, Asake explained that he sees relationships and major…

Peller, the Nigerian TikToker, has addressed the controversy surrounding his recent visit to the Benin Kingdom following condemnation from the Benin Traditional Council. The council criticised the visit, describing it as “unauthorised” and a breach of palace protocol. It also summoned Peller to appear before a committee of chiefs and warned that the queen involved in the encounter could face removal from the palace. In a statement released on Thursday, Peller’s management clarified that the visit was properly initiated through official channels and was never intended to disrespect Benin culture. According to the statement, a formal request for a courtesy…

Fresh controversy has hit African football after a former CAF official alleged that Morocco once staged a walkout during a historic Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. Raymond Hack, ex-president of the CAF Disciplinary Board, claimed the Morocco national football team briefly walked off the pitch during the decisive match of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations, a tournament they ultimately won. Hack made the remarks in an interview with Robert Marawa while reacting to CAF’s explosive ruling on the 2025 AFCON final. 2025 AFCON ruling sparks backlash The CAF Appeals Board recently stripped Senegal national football team of the…

Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, has urged the military to adopt a more aggressive approach against terrorists following bomb explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State. The monarch made the call while declaring Friday Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. On Monday, 23 people were killed and over 100 others injured after bombs exploded at a market, the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, and the Post Office flyover in the capital of the north-east state. Abubakar condemned the attacks, urging the military and intelligence agencies to intensify efforts to tackle terrorism…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has raised alarm over the circulation of counterfeit cancer medicines in the country, naming Avastin and Tecentriq as affected products. In a public alert, NAFDAC said fake batches of Avastin and Tecentriq have been detected across Nigeria, posing serious risks to patients undergoing cancer treatment. Avastin (bevacizumab) is commonly used to treat recurrent brain tumours in adults, while Tecentriq (atezolizumab) is prescribed for advanced cancers such as lung cancer, liver cancer and melanoma. The agency said the warning followed a report from Roche Nigeria, which confirmed multiple cases of…

Harry Maguire was sent off for Manchester United on the day he was recalled to the England squad as Junior Kroupi’s penalty rescued a point for Bournemouth. The defender had earlier on Friday earned a return to the international fold for the first time since 2024 after being named in Thomas Tuchel’s squad for upcoming friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. But a day that had started so well ended in disappointment as he was shown a straight red card for pulling back Evanilson inside the box when Manchester United led 2-1. Kroupi then stepped up to calmly convert the spot-kick…

Martial arts legend and Hollywood action star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, his family has confirmed. In a brief statement released Thursday, his family described his death as a “sudden passing,” adding that he was surrounded by loved ones. “While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace,” the statement read. Norris, best known for his starring role in Walker, Texas Ranger, rose to global fame as both a martial arts champion and a film star. Before Hollywood, he built a formidable reputation…