The United States has introduced new travel restrictions that could require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 visas to post bonds of up to $15,000. According to information published on the US Department of State’s website, Travel.State.Gov, the payment of a bond does not guarantee visa issuance, adding that fees paid without the direction of a consular…
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami and two others, bail in the sum of ₦500 million with two sureties. The sureties, according to the Judge must have landed property in Asokoro, Maitama , Gwarinpa. He added that they must…
United States President, Donald Trump, has warned House Republicans that failure to secure victory in the 2026 midterm elections could lead to his impeachment by Democrats. Speaking on Tuesday at a retreat with Republican lawmakers in Washington, Trump said the party must hold on to its narrow control of the House to protect his presidency…
Embattled founder of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Pastor Chris Okafor, yesterday, reported at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, for questioning. Okafor, it was gathered, arrived at the department yesterday after some highly placed persons cautioned him about disobeying a lawful invitation. This was after failing to honour the police invitation on…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized the Nigerian government for remaining silent on the recent US military operation in Venezuela, which saw the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, raised the concern during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television. According to…
The authority has released the picture of the who was driving Anthony Joshua when he crashed and killed two of the boxing champion’s best friends in Nigeria last week. Adeniyi Kayode, 47 – pictured here for the first time – was at the wheel of the black Lexus SUV when it ploughed into the back…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, making history as the first woman to head the institution since its establishment in 1962. The appointment, which takes effect from January 10, 2026, is for a four-year term. Odusote, 57, will succeed Isa…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has thrown its weight behind the implementation of the new tax laws, which took effect last week. The body said its new position was informed by engagements with officials from several government agencies and departments, including the National Assembly, Department of State Services (DSS), and Nigeria Revenue Service…
U.S. immigration lawyers are cashing out from a special O-1 visa category that allows OnlyFans models, content creators and influencers from Nigeria and other countries to enter the U.S. based on their proven “extraordinary” abilities. Given the travel restrictions on B-1, B‑2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visa applicants, Nigerian sex workers and social media…
The Honourable Member representing Ibadan North Constituency I, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Olajide, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Aliyu Dahiru Zungeru, the revered Sarkin Hausawa of Ibadanland, as she personally visited and joined the Sabo community to mourn the late traditional ruler. Hon. Olajide, who was present in person at the residence…
