US Announces Non-refundable $750 Express Visa Fee to Enable Travellers Skip Queues
The fee comes on top of the existing $185 visa application charge, bringing the total cost to $935.
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Russia Receives Nigeria’s New Ambassador Iji
Ambassador Iji is expected to focus on advancing mutual interests, building on the longstanding diplomatic ties between the two countries, which recently marked 65 years of formal relations.
620 youths train in new skills under industrial policy
The report indicated that 400 youths underwent mechatronics training under the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), while another 220 artisans were trained through the Industrial Training Fund’s Skill-up Artisan Programme.
Nigeria Hails Philippines on Education Partnership
A key highlight was the growing educational partnership between both countries, with Ambassador Mellejor revealing that about 9,000 Nigerian students are currently studying in the Philippines.
MOF Releases Nigeria Tax Act 2025 Transition Guidelines
Under the Guidelines, the Tax Acts 2025 comprising the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act, the Nigeria Tax Act, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Act apply from the respective commencement dates as enacted in each law. In particular, January 1, 2026 for the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025.
FG orders MDAs to stop 1% stamp duty deduction on official payments
The directive was contained in a circular signed by the Accountant General of the Federation, Dr Shamseldeen Ogunjimi.
For The Record: The 14-point US-Iran pact To End War
The United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran have agreed to resolve the disposition of stockpiled enriched material pursuant to a mechanism that will be mutually agreed upon, in accordance with the schedule mentioned in paragraph seven with the minimum methodology to be down blending on site under the supervision of the IAEA.
Sweden’s tougher migration policy and Africa’s wake-up call
• Flag of Sweden New citizenship legislation by Sweden, passed by the Riksdag, which took effect on June 6, 2026, represents more than a routine policy adjustment. It is another signal that Europe is increasingly closing its doors to migrants and tightening the conditions for belonging. For decades, Sweden stood as one of Europe’s most…
Equatorial Guinea Government resigns over unmet performance targets
A new cabinet is expected to be appointed in the coming days.
National Broadcasting Commission launches FreeTV for millions of Nigerians
The initiative, unveiled on June 17, forms part of Nigeria’s Digital Switch-Over (DSO) programme and is designed to provide households with access to over 100 television channels without monthly subscription fees.