Author: Nigeriabrief

Canada has ramped up immigration enforcement at the fastest pace in more than a decade, deporting 366 Nigerians between January and October 2025, according to official data obtained by Saturday Punch. The figures, taken from the Canada Border Services Agency’s Forced Migration Program statistics, also revealed that 974 Nigerians are currently in the “forcibly relocated” inventory, awaiting deportation from Canada. According to the latest statistics updated on November 25, 2025, Nigeria ranks 9th among the top 10 nationalities deported from Canada under review, with 974 Nigerians awaiting deportation coming in at 5th place. A breakdown of the data showed that…

After months of researching colonial archives, interviewing historians, and examining primary documents from both Nigerian and British sources, I’m excited to share this comprehensive exploration of Nigeria’s colonial history with you. Drawing on years of writing about Nigerian history and culture, I’ve crafted this piece to answer one of the most fundamental questions about our nation’s past whilst providing context that many history books overlook. The short answer? Yes, absolutely. Was Nigeria a British colony? Nigeria was indeed a British colony from 1914 until 1960, though British influence in the region stretched back much further. But that simple answer barely…

The names of two of Anthony Joshua’s “close friends” who died in a Nigerian road crash in which the British boxer was injured have been released by his publicist.Shina Gami and Latif Ayodele died in a traffic accident on a busy highway around noon on Monday. They were both described as “integral members” of the boxer team. image: (LR) Sheena Gami, Anthony Joshua, Latif Ayodele. Photo: John Steffensen Joshua, a former two-time world heavyweight champion, was riding in the back seat of a black Lexus in Makun, Ogun state, about 30 miles from the country’s largest city, Lagos, when he…

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday announced that the new tax law will come into force from January 1, 2026. The president said in a statement Tuesday night that the new tax law, including the law that will go into effect on June 26, 2025, and the remaining laws scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026, will continue as planned. “These reforms are a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a fair, competitive, and strong fiscal foundation for our country,” he said. “The tax law is not intended to raise taxes, but to help reset structures, promote harmony and protect dignity while…

A broad coalition of civil society organizations has accused Nigeria’s federal government of abdicating its constitutional responsibilities following reported US airstrikes on Nigerian territory on Christmas Day, raising pointed questions about sovereignty, civilian protection and presidential leadership. In a strongly worded statement released on Sunday, the groups expressed grave concern at what they described as the silence and absence of Nigeria’s political and military leadership following the operation. At the center of the criticism is President Bola Tinubu, whom the coalition accuses of failing to fulfill his constitutional role as commander-in-chief. “The decision to allow foreign forces to conduct offensive…

Hello there! I still remember my first Detty December in Lagos back in 2019. I’d heard whispers about this magical month where the entire city transforms into one massive celebration, but nothing prepared me for the reality. Stepping off the plane at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, I could feel the energy crackling through the humid December air. The arrivals hall was packed with diaspora Nigerians dragging oversized suitcases filled with gifts, everyone grinning like they were heading to the party of a lifetime. They were. After months of researching Nigeria’s entertainment culture and years of experiencing our unique holiday traditions…

The Federal Road Safety Corps announced on Tuesday that it is awaiting the results of a comprehensive technical investigation into the road accident involving Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua that occurred in Ogun State on Monday. However, a preliminary assessment by the Corps’ Crash Observatory found that excessive speed was the primary contributing factor. The accident occurred around noon near Sinoma axis in Sagamu, Ogun state. It involved a black Lexus SUV and a stopped red Sino truck. According to FRSC, five adult males were involved in the accident. Two of them, identified as Joshua’s friends, died instantly. One person…

British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has released a statement on Monday morning after two of his close friends were killed and injured in a car accident in Nigeria.The Ogun State Police Commissioner, Lanre Ogunlowo, announced that the former world heavyweight boxing champion was rushed to an undisclosed hospital after colliding with a stationary vehicle on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway at about 11am. The driver of Joshua’s car was also injured.Joshua’s official spokesperson said: “It is with deep sadness that we confirm the death of Shina Gami and Kevin ‘Lateef’ Ayodele following a traffic accident in Lagos, Nigeria earlier today.””Both were close…

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has issued a stern advisory warning Nigerians against the misuse of US visas and urged all visa holders to strictly abide by the conditions under which their visas were issued.The warning follows growing U.S. government concerns over repeated violations by some Nigerian travelers.These violations include illegal presence, unauthorized modification of the purpose of the visit, and other violations of U.S. immigration law.US visa abuse is under intense scrutiny The Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Mr Akinsola Akinlabi, shared the concerns raised by the US government regarding the misuse of…

Who: Nigeria vs BeninContent: CAF 2026 FIFA World Cup QualifiersLocation: Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, NigeriaDate and time: Tuesday 5pm (GMT 16:00)Click here to follow the live coverage.Recommended stories list of 4 itemsend of listNigeria will host Benin in the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Confederation of African Football (CAF) First League as they aim to take the top spot in Group C and qualify for next year’s tournament.The challenges for the Super Eagles are significant. With Benin leading by three points and two on goal difference, this is a must-win match for the Nigerians if they…