The governments of Nigeria and the UAE have been engaged in a diplomatic spat as the latter set stringent measures to deny Nigerians free access to their country, citing COVID-19 concerns. The Federal Government through its agency, Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) said the restriction of Nigerians from traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) … Read more
The list came after the UAE entered into a visa-free agreement with Ghana. The United Arab Emirate (UAE) has excluded Nigerian from a list of countries whose citizens are eligible to apply for visa-on-arrival in the Emirate. Etihad Airways released a list of countries whose travelers landing at Abu Dhabi airport can receive visas from … Read more
Government has declared August 12 as a public holiday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has declared Thursday, August 12 as a public holiday for the Islamic New Year (Hijri 1443). The UAE’s Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) made this known via its official Twitter handle on Wednesday. The … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted its travel ban on Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will on Thursday lift a ban on transit flights from Nigeria. The latest development was disclosed via a post on the Twitter handle of the National Emergency and Crisis Management Authority (NCEMA) on … Read more
A US Court document has revealed the conversation between Abba Kyari and Hushpuppi over bribery and the arrest of Chibuzor Vincent following a dispute over $1.1 million fraud. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a US Court document has revealed the conversation between the Deputy Commissioner of Police and leader of the Inspector-General of Police’s Intelligence Response … Read more
According to Adegbite, Nigeria government is currently negotiating a bilateral agreement with the UAE to check every gold entering Dubai from Nigeria. The federal government in partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to track illegal movement of gold from Nigeria to Dubai. This was disclosed by the Minister of Mines and … Read more
UAE has explained the reason behind the suspension of Nigerian flights to Dubai. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has replied to the Federal Government of Nigeria over the reason it suspended flights to Dubai in the past four months. It would be recalled that the … Read more
Sirika accused the UAE of discriminatory protocols, adding that Emirates and other airlines, including KLM, gave conditions unacceptable to Nigeria. The Federal Government has disclosed reasons the United Arab Emirates (UAE) banned flights from Nigeria to Dubai. The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, disclosed this on Monday while briefing the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19 … Read more
“In line with government directives, passenger flights to and from Nigeria (Lagos and Abuja) are suspended with effect from 21 June 2021 until further notice.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has again announced an indefinite suspension of flights from Nigeria to Dubai. The latest development is coming barely 48 hours … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted its travel ban on Nigeria. The United Arab Emirates has lifted its travel ban on Nigeria, India, and South Africa, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. This was disclosed via a message from the Dubai Media Office on Saturday. The UAE announced that passengers from Nigeria are expected to … Read more
FG says it has resumed talks with UAE over the resumption of flights between the two countries. The Federal Government (FG) has said that it was in talks with its counterpart in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the resumption of flights between the two countries, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. This was disclosed by … Read more
The number of passengers on inbound flights to the UAE must not exceed 200 for two weeks. Passengers must tender PCR test conducted not earlier than two days before boarding. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has resolved to waive additional COVID-19 test for Nigeria. In letter dated March 24 letter from the protocol department of … Read more
The UAE has announced the introduction of a residence permit for remote workers, approving a multiple-entry pathway tourist system for people of all nationalities. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Emirati Vice President and Prime Minister, made the announcement via his Twitter handle, explaining that the introduction of the new residency permit means that “any employee … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extended its ban on flights from Nigeria till March 20. A statement by the public relations firm for Emirates stated that customers from both Abuja and Lagos would not be accepted for travel before or including this date. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extended its ban on flights … Read more
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extended the suspension of flights from Nigeria (Lagos and Abuja) to March 10. The UAE aviation authorities made this known in the updated travel protocol posted on the website of the Emirates Airline on Sunday afternoon. The update reads: “In line with government directives, passenger services from Nigeria (Lagos and … Read more
Collaboration You May Also Like Meet The Former Nigeria Head Of State That’s Being Accused Of Masterminding The Asaba Massacre The Federal Government has called for a robust collaboration with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in strengthening existing bilateral relations between the two countries. Minister of State, Finance, Budget and National Planning, Prince Clement Agba, … Read more
The federal government on Monday said it might be forced to ban flight to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Netherlands amid stringent COVID-19 test requirements. Under the new pre-boarding COVID test requirement placed on Nigeria, travellers are to do a rapid test at the airports in Lagos and Abuja four hours to their … Read more
As part of its drive to sustain its accelerated development and boost its economy, the United Arab Emirates says it will be offering foreign investors, expatriate and other talented professionals opportunity to become citizens of the oil rich nation. The development is aimed at propping its economy on a strong footing amidst the devastating pandemic, … Read more
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approved long term residency for doctors, engineers and brilliant students. On Sunday, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, UAE Vice President announced 10-year Golden Visas for them. He tweeted that the visa will be issued to all PhD holders in the UAE as well as top graduates from UAE-accredited universities with … Read more
NOVEMBER 15, 2020 The United Arab Emirates on Sunday said it will grant all doctors and infectious disease experts living in the country who are helping to combat the coronavirus pandemic a 10-year visa. Foreigners in the UAE, like most Gulf countries, are generally only given limited residence visas tied to their current employment, and … Read more