The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has redeployed 79 officers between Akwa Ibom, Kwara and other state commands in a move that has triggered complaints from affected personnel over the absence of financial benefits attached to the transfers. The redeployments were approved by the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi,…
By Enitan Abdultawab Roger Federer has ruled out a return to professional tennis after confirming that his upcoming appearance at the US Open will only be an exhibition outing. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who retired from the sport in 2022, is set to feature in an exhibition match in New York. However, Federer made…
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) produced one of the tournament’s most dramatic group stage outcomes as Zambia were knocked out despite finishing with the best overall goal difference among the three teams tied on points. The Copper Queens exited the competition after finishing level on six points with Nigeria and Malawi, leaving…
(canada Flag. Photo by Punch News) Canada has made its citizenship regulations for foreign-born individuals more clear, stressing that citizenship claims are based on a direct line of ancestry from a Canadian parent and the citizenship status of each individual in that chain at the time of birth. According to the regulations, individuals who…
The Premier League is set to introduce a series of new officiating guidelines for the 2026/27 season, with the aim of improving consistency, reducing time-wasting, and ensuring fairer competition. Following discussions between the Premier League, Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), and the International Football Association Board (IFAB), referees have been instructed to adopt a…
Business casual is now the most common workplace dress code in America. According to Sprout’s February 2026 attire guide, 41% of U.S. workers dress business casual daily, making it the dominant standard across corporate offices, creative agencies, and hybrid work environments. Yet despite its prevalence, it remains the dress code most men get wrong most…
The United Kingdom has introduced tougher immigration measures that could significantly affect international students, including Nigerians, as universities risk losing the right to sponsor foreign admissions if they fail to meet stricter compliance standards. (Universities Students. Photo by Leadership News) The United Kingdom has introduced stricter immigration rules that could strip universities of their…
The United Kingdom is introducing new rules that could prevent some universities from sponsoring international students for study visas. The move is part of the government’s effort to reduce visa abuse and asylum claims linked to student visas. The UK Home Office announced the changes on Thursday. The new rules will start immediately, while a…
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, has declared that the antecedents and popularity of politicians jostling to contest the governorship election in the state will determine their victory. Ladoja, a former Oyo State governor and senator, stated this while addressing journalists at his Bodija, Ibadan residence, after the Eid prayers commemorating the Eid-el-Kabir…
(Donald Trump. Photo by PBS) Major changes to US immigration policy are here and they could affect thousands of migrants currently living in America on temporary visas! The Trump administration has rolled out new immigration guidelines through the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that significantly tighten the path to permanent residency for migrants…
