Author: Chukwu Godlove
The presidency has declared that the US claim of reciprocity as the reason for the recent visa policy does not accurately reflect the reality of Nigeria’s current visa policy toward US citizens. The office of Nigeria’s president has faulted the recent changes to the US visa policy for Nigerians, stating that Nigeria has not suspended the five-year multiple entry visa option for US citizens. In a statement issued on Thursday, President Bola Tinubu’s office stated that its recent 90-day single visa entry policy only applies to electronic visas (e-visas), which is a short-term category for tourists and business visitors who…
Nairobi — The Government plans to welcome 5.5 million visitors by 2027 through collaboration with private sector players. This was the focus of a consultative meeting between the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife and the Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers (KAHC), where stakeholders pledged to deepen partnerships. Stakeholders emphasized tapping into niche tourism areas such as Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), alongside emerging segments like wellness, sports, and digital nomad tourism. “We must continue to work together to raise Kenya’s visibility on the global stage,” Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said. “The energy, creativity, and determination of our…
Tragedy struck the mountain village of Ruidoso, New Mexico, as flash floods from intense rainfall killed at least three people — including two young children — and damaged dozens of homes. The village, still recovering from two devastating wildfires in 2024, now faces a new crisis. During last year’s flash floods in New Mexico/The National Guard/Wikimedia Commons A video posted to social media captured a harrowing scene on Tuesday: a house being carried away by the torrent of the Rio Ruidoso, swollen by record-breaking floods. Ruidoso Mayor Lynn Crawford confirmed during a Wednesday news briefing that the victims were a…
Stakeholders and operators in the downstream sector of the aviation industry expressed shock yesterday over the review of visa application requirements for visitors to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) city. The newly updated requirements ended the 96-hour window for transit passengers from Nigerians. The latest directives were communicated to travel agents on Tuesday, Daily Trust learnt. In a major development that is expected to reduce traffic from Nigeria to Dubai, UAE foremost destination for businesses and tourism, any Nigerian aged between 18 and 45 is also restricted from getting tourist visa unless accompanied. This is coming just about a…
Not every couple can jet off for two weeks or more after the wedding. Between work schedules and wedding expenses, many are choosing “mini moons”—short, meaningful getaways to soak up the just-married bliss. These destinations in Southern Africa are close enough for a long weekend but big on atmosphere, scenery, and romance. Namibia NamibRand Nature Reserve Nothing says “just married” like being the only two people for kilometres. In the NamibRand, couples can book secluded desert suites like Wolwedans Dune Camp or The Desert Whisper, where the stars feel within reach and silence becomes a love language. It’s surreal, cinematic,…
Krabi’s ancient landscapes and towering limestone cliffs are once again in the limelight, thanks to the release of Jurassic World Rebirth—and a local resort is turning that spotlight into an experience. Banyan Tree Krabi/Picture: Sponsored Thailand’s lush, limestone-studded coastline has made its way back onto the silver screen as the primary filming location of Jurassic World Rebirth, which premiered globally on July 2, 2025. Now, Banyan Tree Krabi has launched a limited-time “Jurassic Explorer” package, inviting guests to relive the adventure in real life. After scouting locations as far afield as the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica, Hollywood producers ultimately…
– The Red Sea State Wali (governor), Lt. Gen. Mustafa Mohamed Nour, witnessed on Monday the signing of a partnership agreement between the state government and the Kuwait United Real Estate Company to establish and operate the “Arous” Tourist Resort, north of Port Sudan. The project includes a hotel and a resort with international standards. It aims to meet the needs of the entertainment and tourism market and encourage other investments in the sector, contributing to a development boom in the state and creating new job opportunities.The signing ceremony took place at the office of the Red Sea State Wali,…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced more stringent entry restrictions for Nigerians, including a ban on transit visa applications and new limitations on tourist visas. The latest directives communicated to Nigerian travel agents on Tuesday as confirmed by Daily Trust sparked concern within the travel and tourism sector. In a major policy shift expected to significantly reduce travel from Nigeria to Dubai–one of the UAE’s top destinations for business and leisure–the authorities now restrict Nigerians between the ages of 18 and 45 from obtaining tourist visas unless they are accompanied. This development comes nearly a year after the UAE…
“Effective today, most non-immigrant & non-official visas for Nigerian citizens will be single-entry with 3-month validity…” The US government has announced that most Nigerians applying for non-immigrant visas will now only get single-entry three-month visas. The US Mission in Nigeria said this was to reciprocate Nigeria’s visa policy for Americans. “Effective today, most non-immigrant & non-official visas for Nigerian citizens will be single-entry with 3-month validity…” the embassy stated on X. The US used to issue a two-year visa validity with multiple entries for many Nigerians before this new policy. Details later… Meanwhile, below is the full statement by the…
Sometimes, just a few hours under a green canopy is enough to feel grounded again. The Japanese call it shinrin-yoku—forest bathing—the simple act of stepping into trees to clear the mind and calm the body. Sergei A/Unsplash Greenbelts, forest trails, and wooded reserves are closer than you think. In many towns and cities, they’re just minutes away. Nature sounds replace traffic. You don’t need much—just sturdy shoes, a bottle of water, and a little time. South Africa’s green escapes Newlands Forest and Devils Peak/Abu Shawka/Wikimedia Commons Newlands and Cecilia Forests—Cape Town Part of Table Mountain National Park, these forests are…