Canada Raises Residence, Citizenship Fees For Nigerians, Others From April
Canada will increase fees for permanent residence (PR) applications and the right of citizenship feeeffective late March and April 2026.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the adjustments on March 27, 2026, tokeep pace with inflation and support service delivery. Key changes; Effective March 31, 2026.** Right of citizenship fee (adult applicants): increases from $119.75…
Mayweather Raises Uncertainty Over Planned Pacquiao Rematch
Floyd Mayweather Jr. has cast doubt on key details of the much-hyped rematch with Manny Pacquiao,describing the bout as an exhibition and saying the venue is not yet confirmed.Mayweather made the comments on Saturday, March 28, 2026, during a meet-and-greet and autographsession at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Speaking to Vegas Sports Today, the 49-year-old…
Atiku Denies Stepping Down From Presidential Race
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly denied reports claiming he has decided to step asideand retire from active politics ahead of the 2027 presidential election.In a statement issued on Monday, March 30, 2026, by his media office and signed by Paul Ibe, Atikudescribed the circulating claims as “entirely false and deliberately misleading.” The reports…
Tuggar Resigns As Foreign Affairs Minister Ahead Of 2027 Elections
Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar has resigned as Minister of Foreign Affairs to pursue thegovernorship of Bauchi State in the 2027 elections.The resignation was officially confirmed on Monday, March 30, 2026. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs,through its spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, issued a brief statement: “The resignation of the HonourableMinister of Foreign Affairs is confirmed.” Tuggar’s spokesperson,…
Wike-Led PDP Affirms Mohammed, Anyanwu As Chairman And Secretary
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has affirmed Abdulrahman Mohammed and Senator Samuel Anyanwu as National Chairman and National Secretary, respectively. About 2,500 delegates in Abuja on Sunday endorsed the 19-member NWC and other national officers. The motion was moved by House Minority…
Poor Service: NCC Orders Telcos To Compensate Subscribers
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to compensate subscribers for service disruptions, marking a shift from traditional fines to direct consumer restitution. In a statement issued on Sunday by its Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, the commission said the directive targets operators whose network performance falls below established standards…
ADC Set To Receive Kwankwaso In Kano
The Kano State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said key opposition leaders are expected to formally receive Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso into the party, in what could mark a significant political realignment. State Chairman of the party, Musa Ungogo, disclosed this in a telephone interview, describing the anticipated defection as a major boost…
Tudor Leaves Tottenham After One Win In Seven Games
Tottenham Hotspur and head coach Igor Tudor have parted ways by mutual consent after just 44 daysand seven matches in charge.The club announced the decision on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Tudor, appointed on an interim basis untilthe end of the season on February 14, 2026, following the dismissal of Thomas Frank, recorded one win,one draw…
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Celebrates 74th Birthday
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked his 74th birthday on Sunday, March 29, 2026, with a low-keycelebration in line with the prevailing national mood and his personal tradition.Born on March 29, 1952, the President opted for a subdued observance rather than elaborate events. Ina statement released from the State House, he expressed gratitude to Nigerians for…
Lamido Pleads To Defectors To Come Back To PDP
Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, on Sunday urged aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and those who have left the party to return, calling for unity and a renewed commitment to the national interest. Speaking at the PDP’s 10th Elective National Convention in Abuja, Lamido said the party must reflect on its…
