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New Zealand expands skilled work visa list to address labor gaps
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced a significant expansion of its Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) framework, adding 47 new skilled occupations to the National Occupation List (NOL) starting March…
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Peter Obi and the politics of 2027. By Chuks Iloegbunam
Iloegbunam, author of the acclaimed book, “Ironsi: Nigeria, The Army, Power And Politics”, is a…
Nigeria’s 2027 Election and the Tinubu Referendum. By Chidi Amuta
News Analysis: Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published…
Nigeria doubles Fuel exports to 214,000 bpd as Dangote reshapes African Oil supply
The 650,000-bpd refinery has exported 12 cargoes of premium motor spirit totaling 456,000 tons, reaching…
Confederation of African Football overturns Senegal’s championship, declares Morocco winner 2025 Cup of Nations
USAfricaonline.com: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has overturned the championship from Senegal's national soccer…
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Federal Judge orders Trump admin to halt indiscriminate immigration stops, arrests in California
By Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles (AP) — A federal judge on Friday (July 11, 2025) ordered the Trump administration to…
Nigeria rejects U.S. pressure to accept Venezuelan deportees – Foreign Minister
Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar has raised concerns over pressure from the United States urging African nations to accept deportees…
NIIA Director links Nigerian visa challenges abroad to diplomatic reciprocity
Delays and restrictions currently affecting Nigerian visa applicants in various countries may be a result of reciprocal immigration measures taken…
Trump administration subpoenas Harvard over foreign student records
The Trump administration has escalated its conflict with Harvard University, announcing on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, that it will issue…
U.S. imposes stricter visa rules on Nigeria and Ghana
In a significant policy update, the United States has revised its visa reciprocity terms for Nigeria and Ghana, restricting tourist,…
Canada extends Post-Graduation Work Permit
International students in Canada have received temporary relief following a recent update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). On…
U.S. green card renewal delays surge
U.S. green cardholders are now facing unprecedented delays when renewing or replacing their permanent resident cards. New data from U.S.…
Canada raises proof of funds for express entry applicants
Prospective immigrants eyeing permanent residence in Canada under the Express Entry system will need to meet new financial requirements following…