Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has addressed reports alleging that the country is charging extra fees for Nigerian passports issued in the United Kingdom. According to Legit.ng, the minister, who serves under President Bola Tinubu, broke his silence on the matter, though specific details of his response were not provided in the report's summary. The story centres on clarifying whether additional charges apply to passport services for Nigerians in the UK.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has addressed concerns over passport fees for Nigerians living in the United Kingdom, according to Naija News. The government moved to clarify reports of extra charges affecting applicants under the ongoing passport application process in the UK. Details of the government's explanation were not fully disclosed in the available report, but the clarification aims to resolve confusion among Nigerian applicants in the diaspora regarding the cost of obtaining passports.

Nigerians living abroad have faced significant challenges in renewing their passports, often enduring long waits and high costs. However, recent reforms in Nigeria's passport renewal process are reportedly transforming this experience, making it more efficient and accessible, including options for doorstep delivery. This change is seen as a positive development for the Nigerian diaspora in the UK, alleviating previous frustrations associated with the process, according to Premium Times.

The UK has announced a UGX 1 trillion package aimed at improving infrastructure, energy, and agriculture in Uganda. This initiative marks a transition from traditional aid to investment, as stated by British officials. The announcement was made by Baroness Chapman, the UK’s minister for Africa and international development, during her two-day visit, which included a groundbreaking ceremony for new projects.

Allen Onyema, the Chairman of Air Peace, has urged Nigerians to think about pulling their investments from South Africa due to ongoing xenophobic attacks against African migrants. His call comes in light of repeated incidents that have raised concerns about the safety of Nigerians and other Africans in South Africa.

South Africa has dismissed Nigeria's request for compensation regarding properties left behind by Nigerians escaping recent xenophobic attacks. The South African government has instead called on Nigeria to disclose the locations of drug dens associated with Nigerians, according to ThisDay Live.