Lauryn Hill Visits Benin for the First Time on Independence Day
On July 31st, the Republic of Benin had the immense honor of welcoming Ms. Lauryn Hill to its soil for the very first time.
Her...
Nigeria’s Hajj Urge Probe into NAHCON Failures in Security and Medical Screening
Civil society groups have called for a comprehensive review of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) after serious gaps emerged in security screening...
US WARNS NIGERIANS: Overstaying Visas Triggers Deportation, Bans and Criminal Charges
In March 2025, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria issued a stern statement: Nigerian nationals who overstay their U.S. visas risk deportation, criminal prosecution, and...
US Embassy: Visa Validity Cut Due to Global Security Review, Not Nigeria’s Policies
On July 8, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria announced a major shift in visa policy: most Nigerian applicants for non-immigrant, non-diplomatic visas—including business...
“VISIT CONGO” ALONE WON’T WORK: Why DRC Must First End Conflict if Tourism Is to Rise
DR Congo’s recent high-profile sponsorship deals—featuring the slogan “Visit Congo” on AC Milan and AS Monaco jerseys—have been widely mocked as tone-deaf and premature...
