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US To Enforce Visa Bond Of Up To $15,000 For Nigerians From January 2026

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The United States has unveiled new travel rules that may require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 business and tourist visas to pay visa bonds of up to $15,000. Information released by the US Department of State on Travel.State.Gov makes it clear that paying the bond does not guarantee visa approval. It also stressed that any fees paid without a consular officer’s instruction will not be refunded. The policy affects 38 countries, with African nations making up 24 of those listed, including Nigeria. The visa bond is a financial guarantee imposed on applicants from countries the US classifies as high-risk and applies strictly to B1/B2 visa categories. For Nigeria, the bond requirement is scheduled to take effect on January 21, 2026, although implementation dates vary for other affected countries between August 2025 and January 2026. Under the directive, eligible applicants travelling on passports from the listed countries will be required to post a bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. The specific amount will be determined during the visa interview. Applicants must also submit the Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-352 and formally agree to the bond conditions through the US Treasury’s Pay.gov online payment platform. This requirement applies regardless of where the visa application is filed. The State Department added that visa holders who post bonds must enter the United States through designated airports, including Boston Logan International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, and Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia. Refunds will only be issued if the Department of Homeland Security confirms that the traveller left the United States on or before the end of their authorised stay, if the applicant does not travel before the visa expires, or if entry is denied at a US port of entry.

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FG Denies Abandoning Nigerian Scholarship Students In Morocco, Calls Viral Reports False

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The Federal Government has denied claims that Nigerian scholarship students in Morocco have been abandoned, calling the reports misleading and “deliberately crafted to misinform the public.” The denial follows a viral video on social media showing Nigerian students under the Federal Government scholarship scheme in Morocco allegedly facing hardships, including homelessness and lack of medical support. The video featured activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, speaking with several students who claimed they had not received financial support for years despite being scholarship beneficiaries. In a statement signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, clarified: “No Nigerian student on a valid Federal Government scholarship has been abandoned. All beneficiaries duly enrolled under the Bilateral Education Scholarship (BES) Programme prior to 2024 have received payments up to the 2024 budget year, in line with the Federal Government’s obligations. Any temporary delays in outstanding payments are attributable to fiscal constraints and are currently being addressed through ongoing engagements between the Federal Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Finance.” The statement also warned against circulating false information: “No new bilateral scholarship awards were made in October 2025 or at any time thereafter. Documents being circulated to suggest otherwise are fake, unauthenticated, and constitute a calculated attempt to mislead the public and discredit government policy.” Dr Alausa explained that the discontinuation of government-funded bilateral scholarships abroad followed a policy review which found that Nigeria now has sufficient capacity within its universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education to run the affected programmes locally. “Consequently, only scholarships fully funded by foreign governments are now being supported, with all financial obligations borne entirely by the host countries,” the statement added. The Ministry reassured that the government remains committed to supporting students already enrolled under previous arrangements until they complete their programmes. It also offered an option for students who wish to return to Nigeria, saying: “Such students will be seamlessly reintegrated into appropriate tertiary institutions of their choice. The Federal Government will cover their return travel costs to ensure a smooth and orderly transition.” Dr Alausa emphasized that the current administration is focused on eliminating inefficiencies and abuses in the scholarship system, noting that past practices of sponsoring overseas training for courses already established in Nigeria placed unnecessary financial burdens on the nation.

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Court Grants ₦500 Million Bail To Abubakar Malami, Wife, And Son With Strict Conditions

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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday granted bail of ₦500 million each to former Attorney General and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami, his wife, and their son, setting strict conditions for their release. The court ordered that the sureties must own landed property in Asokoro, Maitama, and Gwarinpa, with the property documents verified by the deputy chief registrar. In addition, the sureties are required to swear an affidavit of means. Malami was also directed to deposit his travel documents with the court and is barred from leaving the country without obtaining prior permission from the court.

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Dr Olugbemisola Odusote Becomes First Female DG Of Nigerian Law School

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Odusote as the new director general of the Nigerian Law School. The appointment, announced on Tuesday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, takes effect from January 10, 2026, for a four-year tenure. Odusote, 57, currently serves as deputy director general and head of the Lagos Campus of the Nigerian Law School. She will make history as the first woman to lead the institution since it was established in 1962, succeeding Professor Isa Chiroma, whose eight-year term ends on January 9. A graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Odusote earned her Bachelor of Laws degree and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988. She also holds a Master of Laws from the same university, specialising in company and commercial law, and a doctorate in law from the University of Surrey, UK, with research focused on public law and administration of justice. Since joining the Nigerian Law School in 2001 as a lecturer, Odusote has held multiple leadership roles, including head of the academic department, director of academics, and head of campus. She has also been a visiting scholar at Nottingham Trent University in the UK. Odusote has contributed extensively to legal scholarship, publishing in both local and international journals and presenting at legal education conferences. She has served on committees of the Council of Legal Education and the Nigerian Bar Association. As director general, she will oversee the Nigerian Law School’s academic programs, administrative operations, and strategic direction across all campuses, while acting as the main liaison between the school, the Council of Legal Education, the Body of Benchers, and the Nigerian Bar Association.

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Abuja Nurse Killed After Late Shift, Nurses’ Group Demands Urgent Action on Insecurity

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Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie, a nurse at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Jabi, Abuja, has been killed by suspected “one-chance” criminals while returning home from a late shift, sparking renewed outrage over Nigeria’s growing insecurity. According to SaharaReporters, the frontline health worker was attacked in the Federal Capital Territory shortly after finishing her duties. The Elegant Nurses Forum condemned the killing, calling it a “painful and unacceptable loss” and blaming the government for failing to protect essential workers. In a statement signed by Nurse Thomas Abiodun Olamide on Tuesday, the group emphasised that such attacks are part of a wider pattern of insecurity affecting workers across the country. “We are deeply saddened and outraged by the brutal murder of Nurse Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie. She was murdered by suspected ‘one-chance’ criminals while returning home after a late duty on Saturday. Nurse Chinemerem devoted her life to caring for others, yet she was abandoned to danger by a system that failed to ensure her safety,” the statement read. The forum noted that health workers often work late shifts and emergency duties without protection, making them vulnerable to preventable attacks. It also criticised labour unions for remaining silent amid the increasing violence against workers. The Elegant Nurses Forum outlined several urgent demands, including an immediate investigation into Chuwumezie’s murder, the arrest and prosecution of those responsible, and government-funded staff shuttles for workers, particularly during late-night and early-morning shifts. The group also called for strengthened security around hospitals and major worker routes, recognition of health workers as high-risk essential personnel, and decisive action from trade unions to challenge government inaction. “The life of every Nigerian matters. The life of every nurse matters. Nurses cannot continue to save lives by day and be left vulnerable to death by night. Enough is enough. We stand in solidarity with the family, colleagues, and loved ones of Nurse Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie. We demand justice, safety, and responsible governance now,” the statement concluded.

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Israel to Support Nigerian Christians Through Intelligence Sharing, Ambassador Says

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Israel’s ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has clarified that the country’s proposed support for Christian communities in Nigeria will focus on intelligence-sharing collaboration with the Nigerian government. The remarks come after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during a meeting with evangelical leaders in Florida last week, highlighted Nigeria as one of the countries where Christians face persecution and described Israel as uniquely capable of providing protection. Netanyahu’s comments prompted reactions from Nigerians, still reeling from the surprise U.S. airstrikes on Nigeria on Christmas Day. In an interview with Arise TV on Monday, Freeman stressed that Israel’s involvement would fully respect Nigeria’s sovereignty. “This is about working with Nigeria. This is not about working against Nigeria. It’s about partnering as allies to see what we can do together,” he said. Freeman added, “Netanyahu emphasised intelligence sharing as the main area for collaboration. We will work with the Nigerian government to help prevent attacks not just on Christians, but on Muslims and all Nigerians. Our goal is to work together to stop all violence in the country.” He also noted that Netanyahu’s comments were not limited to Nigeria but applied to other nations around the world where Christians face persecution.

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High-Capacity Bus Catches Fire on Third Mainland Bridge, Causing Major Traffic Delays

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A high-capacity commercial bus caught fire on the Third Mainland Bridge on Tuesday afternoon, causing severe traffic congestion for motorists heading towards Iyana Oworo in Lagos State. The blaze occurred near the Adekunle section of the bridge around 1:00 p.m., the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed. In posts on its official X account, LASTMA said the burning bus disrupted traffic on one of Africa’s longest bridges. “A high-capacity bus is on fire on the Third Mainland Bridge, by Adekunle, inwards Iyana Oworo, affecting traffic. Efforts are ongoing to put out the fire, and our officers are on scene managing the traffic situation,” the agency stated. A later update indicated that firefighters from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service were actively working to extinguish the flames. No casualties have been reported, and the cause of the fire remains unknown. The Third Mainland Bridge, which spans 11.8 kilometres, carries heavy daily traffic and is frequently affected by accidents, vehicle breakdowns, and incidents like this.

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IBEDC Schedules Power Outages in Ibadan Due to Foodco Road Construction

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Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has announced a scheduled power outage affecting several areas of Ibadan due to ongoing road construction. In a statement on Tuesday, the company explained that its facilities and assets along Foodco Road and Idi Isin are being relocated, requiring certain electricity feeders to be switched off for about three hours each day. The planned outage will run from Monday, January 5, to Friday, January 9, 2026. “Due to ongoing road construction along Foodco Road, Idi Isin, Ibadan, IBEDC facilities and assets in the area are being relocated. Some feeders will be switched off for approximately three hours daily from Monday, 5th January 2026, to Friday, 9th January 2026,” the statement read. The affected areas include Alalubosa GRA, Ogunkola, Museum, Akinola Maja, FRIN, Forestry College, Lead City, Lead British, House 18, Eleventh House, Commissionaire, Nursing Home, Sunrise, and Post Housing. Customers in AMI Complex, ODUA, Police Headquarters, Apampa, The Heavens, Blossom Heritage, Polo Clubs, and Baale Akintayo will also experience temporary power interruptions.

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