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Canada offers 7 distinct pathways to citizenship, covering everything from birth on Canadian soil to special provisions for stateless personsImmigrants who are permanent residents can pursue citizenship through naturalisation, but must meet a strict physical presence neededCanada updated its citizenship-by-descent rules in December 2025, widening eligibility for people born abroad to Canadian parents
Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.
Canada has outlined seven official pathways through which Nigerians and other foreign nationals can become Canadian citizens in 2026, offering fresh clarity for thousands of people hoping to build a permanent future in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
For many immigrants, Canadian citizenship represents the final milestone after years of studying, working, or living in the country.
Make Carney’s government offer Nigerians full citizenship in simple steps. Credit: NovatisSource: Twitter
It provides access to one of the world’s strongest passports,
