Japan is preparing to make significant adjustments to its travel-related fees, including higher departure taxes, updated visa charges, and a brand-new electronic travel authorisation system. These updates, according to government officials, are long overdue and necessary to bring Japan’s rates in line with international standards while improving public and border services. The move, expected to […]
If you’re planning to study in the UK or are already on a student visa, you might want to pay close attention, big changes are coming. From January 2027, the UK government will shorten the Graduate visa stay for international students from two years to 18 months, part of a wider move to tighten migration
International singer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Akon has recently found himself in the middle of a high-profile divorce case that has drawn global attention. His long-time wife, Tomeka Thiam, filed for divorce after nearly 29 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. The filing reportedly took place just days before their 29th wedding anniversary, marking a dramatic
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is already shaping up to be the biggest in the tournament’s history. With an expanded 48-team format and a historic three-nation hosting arrangement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, this edition promises both scale and spectacle. As qualification enters its final stretch, national teams across every continent are battling
From October 12, 2025, Europe is saying goodbye to those familiar passport stamps. In their place comes something faster, smarter, and far more digital, the EU Entry/Exit System (EES). This new system will completely change how non-EU travellers enter and leave Schengen countries like France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands. Instead of manual checks
Saudi Arabia has announced a major change that could reshape how millions of Muslims perform Umrah in 2025 and beyond. In a historic update to its pilgrimage regulations, the Kingdom now allows anyone holding a valid Saudi visa, whether it’s a tourist, work, family visit, or transit visa to perform Umrah. This policy, officially confirmed
After ten intense weeks of laughter, tears, alliances, and chaos, the curtains finally fell on Big Brother Naija Season 10 tagged on Sunday, October 5, 2025.It was a season that lived up to its name, 10/10 in every sense. Ten weeks of premium drama, ten unforgettable personalities in the final stretch, and one winner who
Crossing into Canada is getting a major tech upgrade. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has quietly rolled out a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called the Travel Compliance Indicator (TCI) at select land ports of entry. The system is designed to give every traveller a compliance score, a quick, data-driven snapshot that helps border
Ayra Starr is officially in her superstar era. Spotify has just named the 23-year-old Nigerian singer the biggest female Afrobeats artist in the world, cementing her spot as one of the leading voices of the genre and a force to be reckoned with on the global music scene. This announcement didn’t come out of nowhere.
A major diplomatic shift is taking place as several leading Western nations have formally recognised Palestine as a sovereign state, marking one of the most significant developments in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in decades. The recognition has come during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, a setting that has historically been a platform for
The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris was nothing short of a blockbuster. Under the bright lights of the Théâtre du Châtelet, the world’s best footballers gathered to celebrate the beautiful game’s highest individual honour. And this year’s edition? Packed with surprises, first-time winners, and record-breaking moments. Let’s unpack everything that went down: who won,
The glamour, the elegance, the nerves, and the dreams—all of it came together on one unforgettable night when Onyinyechi Basil was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2025. Her victory was not just about winning a crown; it was about telling a story of resilience, ambition, and the unshakable belief that a young Nigerian woman can stand
Week 5 in the Big Brother Naija (bbnaija) 10/10 house was anything but ordinary. It had everything: shocking twists, emotional confessions, fiery clashes, a failed wager, budding romances, and Ebuka’s classic table-shaking that left the house unsettled heading into Week 6. Let’s dive into everything that mattered. HOH Showdown: Rooboy Dethrones Jason Jae The week
The United States is moving away from its long-standing “duration of status” policy for international students and foreign media workers, replacing it with fixed stay limits. This change could significantly affect thousands of students, researchers, and journalists from around the world, including many from Nigeria and across Africa. What’s Changing? Previously, holders of F-1, M-1,
Zita Becomes HoH Bbnaija season 10, week 4, began with the HoH challenge. The Head of House challenge this week was as tense as ever, and Zita came out on top. Her win made her the second female HoH of the season, and it instantly changed the mood in the house. As HoH, Zita gained
The Federal Government has officially shut down 22 illegal tertiary institutions (Colleges of Education), across Nigeria, and this move is making waves in the education sector. For years, mushroom institutions have sprung up across the country—issuing certificates, taking in unsuspecting students, and operating without any form of accreditation. Now, the government, through the National Commission
If you missed Week 3 of BBNaija Season 10, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From a woman finally holding down the Head of House title to fights that nearly tore the house apart, plus a wager task that had everyone on their toes, this week was packed with gist. And of course, Sunday night
Week 2 inside the BBNaija house was nothing short of a rollercoaster—packed with surprises, showdowns, laughter, and heartbreak. If you missed any of the action, here’s everything that went down. A New Head of House Rises The week began with the fiercely contested Head of House games. After an intense series of challenges testing speed,
On Sunday, August 10, 2025, Miami became the stage for one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the year. Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, known globally as Davido, and his longtime love Chioma Rowland sealed their union in a lavish white wedding that blended romance, opulence, and just the right amount of Nigerian flair. This
Nollywood star Georgina Ibeh delighted fans with the most heartwarming news—she has welcomed her first child! Taking to Instagram on August 8, the actress shared these elegant maternity photos alongside a heartfelt caption: “Life lately… Thank you Jesus for 2025 came with abundance. I am now a mother. A mini me. Congratulations are in order.”
