Leading child doctors in the UK don drop their support for a total ban on Ifọ́tí àbárà (smacking) children, saying there’s no solid evidence that it helps children’s well-being. Right now, smacking is only illegal in England unless it’s deemed a “reasonable punishment.” The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) wants the law […]
Introduction A shocking investigation by ITV News has recently exposed severe neglect in care homes run by Lifeways, one of the UK’s largest private care providers. The report highlights disturbing instances of neglect, including a disabled man eating from a rubbish bin and another suffering from untreated infections that caused severe health issues. This article […]
The United States has released its updated list of eligible countries for the 2025 Visa Waiver Programme (VWP), and once again, Nigeria is not included. The VWP allows citizens of certain countries to enter the US for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days without needing a visa. However, while some African nations […]
For many Nigerians in the UK, the journey to financial stability can be filled with unexpected twists. Just ask Eni Awoyemi, who turned a career setback into a six-figure success story. Less than a year after returning from maternity leave, Eni found herself facing redundancy. Instead of letting it define her, she took a bold […]
The UK Home Office has abandoned plans to turn a former hospital into accommodation for asylum seekers following objections from local authorities and politicians. The proposal, which involved converting the vacant Esperance Hospital in Eastbourne into temporary housing for up to 125 asylum seekers, faced resistance from Eastbourne Borough Council and local MP Josh Babarinde. […]
Beware of Task Scams: One Nigerian’s Heartbreaking Experience and How to Avoid Falling Victim Scams have become a pervasive problem in today’s digital age, especially for individuals searching for remote work opportunities. Unfortunately, many Nigerians living in the UK are falling victim to these fraudulent schemes that promise easy money but end up leading to […]
The UK government has intensified its crackdown on illegal workers, conducting over 800 raids on businesses such as nail bars, takeaways, and car washes. In January alone, 609 arrests were made—a 73% increase compared to last year. 🔹 Visa Overstayers & Illegal Entrants Targeted Many of those arrested had either overstayed their visas or entered […]
Pubs have long been a staple of British culture, playing a key role in the social fabric of the country. As the UK evolves, so too does the pub industry. Nigerian entrepreneur Clement Ogbonnaya (@clemface), a true South Londoner, is at the forefront of revolutionizing the space in a way that’s never been done before. […]
The Nigerian community in the UK has been thrown into turmoil following a wave of resignations among its leadership. The President of the Nigerian Twitter (X) community in the UK, Mr. Benjamin Kuti, popularly known as Oluomo of Derby, has officially stepped down amidst mounting allegations of financial mismanagement. Leadership Exodus The social media-based community, […]
His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has raised concerns that wealthy taxpayers, including Nigerians living in the UK, have underpaid inheritance tax (IHT) to the tune of £325 million for the year ending March 31, 2024. UHY Hacker Young, a prominent accountancy firm, warns that this figure could increase “significantly” in the coming years, especially […]
