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China overtakes Japan as world's biggest car exporter

China's global dominance in electric cars helped it overtake Japan as the world's biggest vehicle exporter last year, official data confirmed Wednesday.

"Everyone in Japan is polite, even animals" - Heartwarming video as deer in Japan greets Nigerian lady with bows

A Japan-based Nigerian lady turns heads on social media as she reveals the moment several deer bowed to greet her in Japan, and she proceeds to give them treats.

Japa: UK lists applications that require English language test

The United Kingdom has revealed two kinds of English language tests required for nationals seeking immigration routes. Britain made this known in its updated information on its website on Monday. It stated that an assessment of reading, writing, speaking and

Japa: Should your friends know about your relocation plans?

If you have been on social media anytime within the 24 hours prior to this article, you may have come across a conversation on whether or not your friends deserve to know about your relocation aka japa plans. For those wondering what japa means and its origins

Japa: 47 countries Nigerians can travel to in 2024 without visa

In the 2024 ranking of the Henley Passport Index, Nigeria has claimed the 95th spot among the world's passports, lagging behind countries like Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Morocco, Benin Republic, and Namibia. While Nigeria holds its position in the lower

Japa: France Introduces Law Banning Nigerian Students, Others from Bringing Families

The French parliament has approved legislation enforcing stricter immigration rules, creating hurdles for Nigerian students and other immigrants intending to bring their families into the country. This development comes in the wake of a similar move by the

Photo Of Knifeman Who Killed 19 At A Care Home In Japan

Satoshi Uematsu turned himself in following the stabbing spree in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture - Japan's worst mass killing in decades.

Breakdown of Nigeria's debt to China, France, India, Germany, Japan, as Tinubu's govt repays $664m

The Debt Management Office has announced that Nigeria's total external debt now stands at $42.49 billion as of December 2023. This represents a 1.53% reduction, or $664.03 million, compared to the $43.15 billion Nigeria's external debt was in June 2023 when

Japa: 32,462 Nigerians apply for passports in two weeks

The rush by Nigerians to leave the country for greener pasture reached its crescendo in the new year as 32,462 persons have so far applied for international passports and uploaded their documents from the Nigeria Immigration Service site between January 8

Japa: 10 common reasons for Schengen visa rejection in 2024

Obtaining a Schengen visa can be a complex and meticulous process. Despite meeting certain criteria, applicants may still face rejection. Understanding the common reasons for Schengen visa denial is crucial for prospective travelers to avoid disappointment

Japa: Nigerians flood foreign embassies as economic hardship bites harder

The harsh economic conditions in Nigeria, exacerbated by policies implemented under President Bola Tinubu, have driven a surge in the number of Nigerians desperately seeking to leave the country. The phenomenon, known locally as 'Japa', reflects the frustration

Japa: UK bans foreign doctors, nurses, others from bringing dependants

The United Kingdom has banned Health and Care Workers from bringing dependants to the country as part of a move to checkmate migration. The ban was announced by the UK Home Office via its verified X handle (formerly Twitter) on Monday. The Home Office wrote

Japa: 10,697 medical laboratory scientists left Nigeria - Registrar

The Registrar, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria, MLSCN, Tosan Erhabor, says so far a total of 10,697 medical laboratory scientists had left the country. Erhabor revealed this to newsmen, saying that a policy is being put together by the Federal

War: Japan takes decision amid claims Russia used chemical weapons on Ukraine

Japan was acting in line with the West in imposing more stringent sanctions on Russia.

US and Japan Develop New Plan to Dismantle North Korea... See Details

He said Japan and the United States would take steps toward concrete action but did not give details.

Japa: Lagos council approves 100 per cent pay rise for doctors

Chairman of Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos, Mr Fuad Atanda-Lawal, has approved 100 per cent pay rise for the medical doctors attached to all the primary health centres in the council area. Atanda-Lawal made the announcement on

Japa: Desperate Nigerians reap losses, frustration after patronising fake visa syndicates

The desperation by some Nigerians to enter some countries that have strict visa regime has led some of them to procure fake visa, Olaide Oyelude, James Abraham, Chima Azubuike and Chika Otuchikere examine the experiences of these persons, the money lost and

World Cup: Why we beat Germany - Japan coach, Moriyasu

Japan coach, Hajime Moriyasu, has said that his team defeated Germany 2-1 in today's World Cup tie in Qatar because his players were very intelligent and played well persistently against Hansi Flick's side.