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Desi Elmoye in Abuja Nigeria Clarifies Role in New Immigration Agreement with the UK The Office of the President recently issued a detailed 12-page memorandum outlining the framework of a new immigration partnership between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. This memorandum was released during President Bola Tinubu’s official visit to the UK and specifies that Nigeria will not be obligated to host non-Nigerian foreign nationals. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Assistant to the President on Intelligence and Strategy, emphasized the importance of this clarification in a statement aimed at dispelling misinformation circulating about the agreement. Onanuga highlighted that individuals repatriated under…

March 21, 2026, 9:21 a.m. ET Chelsea Aims to Retain Star Players Amidst Uncertain Times Liam Rosenior, Chelsea’s interim manager, believes the club can hold on to its key players this summer, even as the team navigates a challenging period that jeopardizes their Champions League aspirations. Struggles in the Premier League Standings The Blues are currently in a tough fight for a top-five finish in the Premier League, having managed only one victory in their last five matches. This underwhelming performance has seen them drop to sixth place ahead of their crucial fixture against Everton. Speculation Surrounding Enzo Fernandes’ Future…

Significant Absenteeism at San Francisco Immigration Court This week, over 500 individuals who failed to attend their hearings at the San Francisco Immigration Court were ordered to “leave in absentia,” as reported by Miri Atkinson, director of the San Francisco Bar Association’s immigration defense program. This ruling means they are now barred from seeking legal status or protection in the United States, leaving them vulnerable to arrest and deportation without the opportunity for a future hearing. Atkinson noted that the precise count of those ordered to leave is still being finalized and may increase. Unusual Volume of Scheduled Hearings According…

Gonzaga Basketball’s Remarkable Rise and Future Challenges Gonzaga University’s men’s basketball team once faced steep challenges, a sentiment often echoed by its former coach. Dan Monson, a key figure in the program’s history, now reflects humorously on the struggles he witnessed while serving as an assistant coach in the early 1990s. At that time, his boss, Dan Fitzgerald, candidly expressed the uphill battle they faced in Spokane, Washington, as they aimed to recruit talent to a school tucked away from major metropolitan areas. Monson shares anecdotes from those days when Fitzgerald detailed the obstacles inherent to their location. Competing against…

Flat6Labs and IFC Launch Bootcamps to Boost African Tech Entrepreneurship African technology entrepreneurs are set to receive significant support through a new collaboration between Flat6Labs and the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This partnership aims to introduce a series of startup bootcamps across the continent, designed to accelerate innovation and develop technology-driven solutions. Named the Flat6Labs Africa Bootcamps, this initiative seeks to equip early-stage entrepreneurs with tailored training, mentorship, and vital networks necessary for scaling their businesses. Backed by IFC’s Startup Catalyst program, these bootcamps will first take place in Ghana, with additional locations to follow. Interested participants can find application…

Forecasts Suggest End to Nigeria’s Disinflationary Trend Nigeria’s nearly year-long disinflationary trend may soon come to a halt, as new predictions indicate a resurgence in inflationary pressures primarily driven by rising fuel costs and ongoing global disruptions stemming from conflicts in the Middle East. At the 2026 Economic Summit in Lagos, Bismarck Lewane, Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Derivatives Company (FDC), highlighted that inflation could escalate from 15% to approximately 19% by May. This increase poses a challenge for Nigeria’s central bank as it navigates its monetary policy. Lewane explained the economic implications of fuel price increases: “For every…

Updated March 21, 2026, 8:41 a.m. ET Bishops Waive Sunday Mass Requirement for Fearful Parishioners In an extraordinary move, several Catholic bishops in the United States have decided to waive the obligation for parishioners to attend Sunday Mass, specifically for those who fear immigration detention if they leave their homes. This decision has emerged amidst growing concerns about the treatment of immigrants under current U.S. immigration policies. Bishops Condemn Administration’s Immigration Tactics The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has publicly condemned the Trump administration’s methods in handling illegal immigration. By expressing moral and legal critiques, the bishops are hoping that…

Support for Expecting Mothers Grows in the U.S. Natalia Marin Torres, a first-time mother from Colombia, experienced a mix of excitement and anxiety upon discovering her pregnancy last August. At 33, she found herself in a challenging position after a disagreement with her obstetrician-gynecologist, which left her seeking additional support to navigate the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system. The Importance of Doula Support Living far from her family and cultural roots, Torres felt overwhelmed. It was then she connected with Alexia Franco Pettersen, a Mexican-American doula based in Minneapolis. Pettersen has been instrumental in assisting Torres with prenatal visits,…

Across Africa, thousands of young individuals are breaking into the technology sector, thanks to TechCrush. Since its inception, the platform has empowered over 17,000 young Africans across 42 countries, helping them acquire essential skills in software development, artificial intelligence, Web3, cybersecurity, and product design. Through experiential learning, guidance, and practical projects, participants build the confidence and expertise required to thrive in an ever-evolving tech landscape. TechCrush’s Mission and Offerings TechCrush is dedicated to providing African youth with hands-on technical training that equips them with vital skills for the digital economy. Offering courses that range from beginner to advanced levels, learners…

University of Lagos Advocates for Enhanced UK-Nigeria Collaboration Professor Folasade Ogunsola, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, has urged for increased cooperation between Nigeria and the UK to tackle shared socio-economic and educational challenges. Her remarks came during an event entitled “Presidential Keynote Address and Global Goals Roundtable: Co-Creating Africa’s Sustainable Future,” held at the university’s School of Social Sciences. Common Challenges in Public Services and Infrastructure Ogunsola highlighted that both Nigeria and the UK, despite their distinct contexts, share similar pressures, particularly concerning public services, education, and infrastructure. She emphasized the UK grappling with issues such as housing…