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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

Music: Bizzouch - Japa (feat. Minz, L.A.X & Spotless)

"Japa" is a mid-tempo dance song by Nigerian musician Bizzouch, featuring guest vocals from Minz, L.A.X and Spotless. Bizzouch" has already made an impression on the Nigerian music scene with production credits of L.A.X's Gwara Gwara, Shaydee's Touch me, and

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

Foreigners Troop To Nigeria As Citizens Japa In Search Of Greener Pastures

A recent visit to the departure hall of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos was a beehive of activities with thousands of Nigerians leaving the country. From findings, majority of them were going with a one-way ticket, which means that

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

Nigerian stranded in UK after selling houses and cars to 'Japa'

A Nigerian man has been kicked out by his landlady and left stranded at a train station in the UK after selling all his properties to 'japa'. In a video seen on Instagram, the man is sitting stranded at a train station with his luggage scattered on the floor

Lady suspended after assistant stole N5.6 Million company funds to 'japa'

A Nigerian Twitter user has given an account of how her aunt got suspended due to her assistants' 'selfishness'. According to the user, her aunt's assistant at work stole N5.6 million of their company funds in order to leave the country 'japa'. This 'selfish

Simi reveals the real reason why a lot of people 'japa'

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Simi has shared the real reason why many Nigerians 'japa' in search of a better life. It is no longer news that many Nigerians leave the country at the slightest opportunity. Many go as far as selling their properties just to

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

Japa: Skitmaker CrazeCrown shares the convo he had his with friend's brother.

Skitmaker CrazeClown has shared his conversation with his friend's brother who couldn't relate to what it meant to acquire a VISA before entering other countries despite his vast travel experience. The comedian was left dumbfounded by his friend's brother

FG blocks health workers from taking leave of absence over japa concern

The Federal Government has placed a ban on leave of absence for health professionals relocating abroad. The Minister of State for Health, Dr Tunji Alausa, who disclosed this on Saturday in Abeokuta said that health workers going abroad to seek greener pastures

Japa: Over 42,000 Nurses Left Nigeria In 3 Years - FG

Faruk Abubakar, Registrar of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, has said that over 42,000 nurses left the country in the past three years. Abubakar expressed worry about the trend, emphasizing the crucial role nurses play in the healthcare sector

Japa bid halted as Navy arrests 75 Nigerians hiding on container ships in Lagos

The Nigerian Navy has decried the growing menace of stowaways in Lagos waters, saying it apprehended about 75 stowaways from August 2023 to April 2024. This is contained in a statement by the Director of Information, Navy, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, on