He explained that Nigerians often have to begin the visa application process months in advance and provide extensive documentation.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. In a major push to bolster agricultural resilience against climate change, the Katsina State government has launched a $1 million initiative titled the Protecting Food Security Against Recurring Floods and Drought project. The announcement was made by state leadership, highlighting that food security is fundamental to sustainable economic growth, improved livelihoods, and the overall development […] The post Katsina Launches $1 Million Project to Protect Food Security from Floods and Drought appeared first on The News Chronicle.

The wife of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Aminat Titi Abubakar, has predicted that Nigerians will demand a second term for her husband if he wins the 2027 presidential election. Aminat said Atiku had told her he would serve only one term if elected, but his performance in office would make […] The post If Atiku Wins 2027 Election, Nigerians Will Beg Him For Second Term — Wife appeared first on OsunDefender.

Vice President Kashim Shettima is scheduled to unveil a posthumous biography of the late Brigadier Musa Usman, the pioneer military governor of former North-Eastern State, on Monday, 14th September, 2026. A press release, signed by Hassan Tanimu Musa Usman, on behalf of the family, says the public presentation of the 363-page book, titled, “Brigadier Musa […]

The Abia State Police Command has arrested a man, Uzoma Uwaeme, for allegedly tying his 13-year-old son with a rope, flogging him severely, stripping him naked and leaving him under the scorching sun in Aba. Uwaeme, a resident of Nwokocha Street, off Udeabara Road, Aba, was arrested by operatives of the Abayi Divisional Police Headquarters […] The post Police Arrest Father Over Alleged Torture Of 13-Year-Old Son appeared first on OsunDefender.

The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa and ordered a boycott of legislative activities hosted or organised by the country over recurring reports of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals. The decision followed consultations between the leadership of the Senate and the House of Representatives, according to a statement […] The post Xenophobia: National Assembly Suspends South Africa Visits appeared first on OsunDefender.

Lagos is set for another major celebration of Nigerian food, music and culture as the Amala & Palm Wine Festival returns to The Stables, Surulere, on Sunday, December 13, 2026. Following the overwhelming success of its 2025 edition, which attracted more than 2,500 guests, the festival is returning with an even bigger experience and a […]

  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Gombe State, Dr Bala Bello Tinka, has received a former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Adamu Abdullahi Masad, who has defected to the opposition party.   Tinka welcomed Masad into the ADC on Thursday, describing him as a grassroots politician with years of […]

The resolution comes after months of renewed hostility towards African migrants in South Africa and a series of measures by the Nigerian government. The post National Assembly Suspends Legislative Engagements With South Africa Over Xenophobic Attacks appeared first on Channels Television.

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to consolidate bilateral relations with key international partners at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, holding from Sept. 12 and 13. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Mr Stanley Nkwocha, said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Nkwocha explained that the engagement […] The post BRICS Summit: Nigeria moves to deepen ties with partners appeared first on Vanguard News.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, have discussed efforts to revive diplomatic channels aimed at de-escalating Tehran’s conflict with the United States, including the recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. A Pakistani security official told reporters that the two officials held a telephone conversation on Thursday, during which […] Iran, Pakistan discuss Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, possible return to talks

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Stakeholders in Nigeria’s technology sector have called for the mainstreaming of technology in election management to boost public trust, credibility and security ahead of the 2027 elections. They made the call on Thursday at the 2026 Nigerian e-Government Summit and Awards Night in Lagos, themed “Mainstreaming Technologies in Nigeria Election Management.” The stakeholders said election […] The post Tech Stakeholders Seek Wider Use of Technology in 2027 Elections appeared first on The News Chronicle.