The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘A’, says it has intercepted a massive consignment of donkey skin, bound for export, worth N4.24 billion. In a statement released today February 6, the unit head, Comptroller Kola Oladeji, said the unit seized donkey skin totalling 4,410 pieces which clearly violates the Convention on…
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced the rollout of its contactless passport application system in Europe, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The launch is set for Friday, February 7, 2025, and aims to simplify passport application and renewal processes for Nigerians in the diaspora. “This initiative set for launch on 7th of…
Kemi Badenoch, leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, will ban migrants who claim benefits from becoming UK citizens. Under Mrs Badenoch’s first major policy announcement as Tory leader, applicants will face stringent new conditions before the right to settle is granted, including demonstrating that they have never claimed benefits or used social housing,…
Ukraine announced on Thursday, February 6, that it has captured 909 Russian troops over six months of operations in Russia’s western Kursk region. The operation, launched in August, was designed to bolster Ukraine’s ability to secure exchanges for its prisoners of war, according to Kyiv. “During the operation, Ukrainian forces captured 909 Russian servicemen,…
The Pentagon confirmed on Wednesday, February 5 that ten “high-threat illegal aliens” have been brought to the Guantanamo Bay detention center in Cuba. The details of their alleged offences have not been disclosed. President Donald Trump had ordered preparations last week for a 30,000-person “migrant facility” at the base, which, while primarily known for…
