UAE disowned a website requesting N640,000 fee for visa application. Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has denied approving $10,000 bank balance and N640,000 fee as visa application requirements. EDITOR’S PICKS How Lagos Can Reap Economic, Medical Benefits From India – Sanwo-Olu US Election: Donald Trump Announces Long-awaited VP Pick New … Read more
The announcement by the Federal Government regarding the lifting of visa restrictions imposed by the United Arab Emirates Government on Nigerians has sparked mixed reactions amongst Nigerians. Recall that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, briefed State House correspondents on Monday after the Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a correspondent for CNN International, Larry Madowo, has criticized Nigeria’s single entry visa fee of $215, describing it as outrageous. Madowo shared this viewpoint on his LinkedIn profile on Monday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Super Falcons Secure Olympics Ticket After 16-Year Drought Kano Govt Arraigns Ganduje, Wife, Son For Alleged Corruption … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Kingdom (UK) has implemented a controversial ban on health and care workers from Nigeria and other foreign nations. According to the UK government, this move aims to curtail migration and reduce strain on public services. Overseas care workers, who brought an estimated 120,000 dependants to the UK in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has not lifted its visa ban on Nigerians, contrary to speculations that it has done so. Some media reports on Tuesday evening had claimed that the UAE had announced the restoration of visa services for Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Shameless Bloody Serpent’ – Akeredolu’s Wife Lambasts … Read more
Canada has been a choice destination for Nigerian students looking to immigrate. The country has been receptive to this category of students for years. However, Canada has floated the idea of a cap on the number of international students for months. Eko Hot Blog reports that Canada is set to reduce the number of international … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, on Thursday, received the trophy of the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON. This is coming ahead of the opening of the tournament in the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire in 2024. Recall that the trophy, arriving from Morocco, touched down in Lagos on Thursday. EDITOR’S … Read more
Traditionally, statements from Aso Rock are often taken by the media and Nigerians as statements of fact. However, the present administration has betrayed this expectation thrice in less than two weeks with at least three different misleading statements. EDITOR’S PICKS VIDEO: Nigeria Committed To Universal Health Coverage, Tunji Alausa Tells World Leaders At UNGA 78 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that music producer, Samklef has disclosed that Mohbad was bound for Canada, shortly after his demise. Editor’s Pick JUST IN: Police Vow ‘Diligent Investigation’ Into MohBad’s Death Amid Outcry Mohbad’s Petition To Police Against Sam Larry, Others Surfaces The music producer cum singer revealed in a post that that the deceased’s … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that as part of a broader effort to reduce the cost of governance in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs to freeze the processing of visas for all government officials seeking to travel to New York for the United Nations General Assembly without proof of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that starting from 2024, the European Union will require visitors, including United States (US) citizens, to get pre-approval via the European Travel Information and Authorisation System. However, Nigerian passport holders and other nationals from visa-required countries do not need the approval. Instead, they will continue to need a visa. Before securing … Read more
The Nigerian Government has announced that citizens can now request debit cards from their commercial banks that also serve as national identity cards. This initiative was approved by the Federal Executive Council and aims to address the demand for physical identity cards. The banks will print the cards in partnership with the National Identity Management … Read more
Governorship and house of assembly elections held across Nigeria on Saturday, March 18, 2023. While elections were peaceful in most parts of the country, voters in some parts of Lagos, Kano, and others reported voter suppression and violence. Observers, including the United States (US), have condemned the reports. Eko Hot Blog reports that the United … Read more
The US says Nigerians can now renew their student visas without an interview. Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States Embassy in Nigeria has said no-interview student visa renewals are now available for Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari … Read more
Reactions have trailed Abike-Dabiri’s comment on Nigerians’ crime rate in Dubai. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has claimed that Nigerians contribute one of the highest crime rates in Dubai, the capital of United Arab Emirates (UAE). EDITOR’S PICKS CBN Announces Date To Introduce Redesigned … Read more
The Federal Government has advised Nigerians bearing Standard Passports intending to travel to Ethiopia to obtain appropriate entry visas at the Ethiopian Embassy as the country has suspended issuance of “visa on arrival” to nonresident foreigners. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was contained in a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of … Read more
Ukraine War: EU Tightens Visa Procedure For Russians EKO HOT BLOG reports that European Union foreign ministers have agreed to suspend a visa agreement with Moscow, making it harder for Russian citizens to obtain entry to the bloc. Ukraine and some member states had called for a blanket ban, but others like France … Read more
How to apply for UK revisited Priority Visa (Step-By-Step Guide) can be accessed here. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the U.K government’s Visa Office in Nigeria has announced the resumption of its Priority Visa (PV) in all the Nigerian visa application centres from January 24, 2022. In a statement by the U.K. Visa and immigration … Read more
Djokovic has faced deportation as Australia revoked his visa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tennis star Novak Djokovic may be deported from Australia any moment from now as his visa has been revoked for a second time. Djokovic, who is in the country for the Australia Open, has been in the news over his refusal … Read more
Novak Djokovic’s Australian Visa Canceled Again in Public Interest EKO HOT BLOG reports that Australia has canceled Novak Djokovic’s visa for a second time, reversing a court decision on Monday that temporarily thwarted the federal government’s bid to deport the unvaccinated tennis star. Immigration Minister Alex Hawke exercised special powers to override the court ruling, … Read more