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  • US Introduces Up to $15,000 Visa Bond Rule for Nigerians and Other Travelers

    US Introduces Up to $15,000 Visa Bond Rule for Nigerians and Other Travelers

    The United States government has introduced a controversial visa bond requirement that could require applicants from Nigeria and other countries to post security bonds of up to $15,000 before entering the United States on B1/B2 business or tourist visas. The new policy, announced by the US Department of State, forms part of broader entry regulations…

  • Sanwo-Olu Orders Controlled Demolition of GNI Building After Deadly Lagos Fire

    Sanwo-Olu Orders Controlled Demolition of GNI Building After Deadly Lagos Fire

    Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered the controlled demolition of the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building on Martins Street, Lagos Island, after a devastating fire left the structure severely compromised and claimed the lives of at least eight people. The decision follows a structural assessment indicating that the high-rise has become unsafe and poses…

  • Kurmi LG Chairman Praises Peaceful Yuletide in Taraba, Urges Unity and Vigilance

    Kurmi LG Chairman Praises Peaceful Yuletide in Taraba, Urges Unity and Vigilance

    The Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Area in Taraba State has commended residents for observing a peaceful Yuletide season, while urging communities to strengthen unity and remain security-conscious as the new year unfolds. The message comes at a time when many local governments across the state continue to emphasize peacebuilding and grassroots vigilance, particularly after…