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US warns Nigerians against visa fraud, threatens serious consequences
The United States Government has warned that any Nigerian who is involved in visa fraud will face serious consequences.
The caution is contained in a post by the US Embassy in Abuja on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, December 15, 2025.
The government noted that submitting fake documents as well as providing false information in a bid to get the visa can lead to a permanent visa ban, meaning that the affected individuals will not be able to gain entry into the United States again.
The US Embassy in its post said, ‘’Visa fraud has serious consequences. Lying or providing fake documents can lead to permanent visa bans under U.S. immigration law. This means you will never go.’’
This seems to have reinforced the tough stance of the US President, Donald Trump, on immigration since he got into office for his second term, vowing mass deportation of criminals who illegally gained entry into the United States.
US, FG to work together
The advisory from the US Government coincides with the meeting between the US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills and Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, in Abuja.
The two top government officials discussed areas of cooperation by their respective countries, with Ambassador Mills noting that the US Government looks forward to continuing to work with Nigeria on issues of mutual concern.
‘’US Ambassador Mills and Nigerian Foreign Minister Tuggar met today to discuss areas of cooperation between our two countries. The United States looks forward to continuing to work together with Nigeria on issues of mutual concern,’ the US Embassy added.
What you should know
This is not the first time that the United States Government is threatening permanent visa ban for travellers who violate its immigration rules.
Recall that in March 2025, the US Government travellers against overstaying their visas, threatening to permanently ban them from coming into the country, as well as face criminal prosecution.
It stated that consular officers have full access to immigration history and will know about past violations.
The mission also stated that it is the responsibility of individuals to use their visas correctly.
The US mission in Nigeria, in its statement, said, ‘’If you overstay your U.S. visa, you could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States as well as criminal prosecution. Consular officers have full access to your immigration history and will know about past violations. There is no such thing as an “honest mistake” – it is your responsibility to use your visa correctly.’’
Meanwhile, President Trump had in June 2025, announced travel restriction policy imposing a ban on citizens of 12 countries from entering the United States.
In addition to this, visitors from seven other nations faced heightened entry restrictions.
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A Cessna 172 aircraft operated by Skypower Express crashed on Tuesday evening at Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, Imo State, prompting an immediate response from airport emergency services.
The aircraft, with nationality and registration marks 5N-ASR, was originally en route from Kaduna International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport when the crew declared an emergency, forcing a diversion to Owerri.
The aircraft crashed in the approach area of Runway 17 around 8:00 p.m. local time. Four people were on board, and no fatalities have been reported so far.
According to the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), there was no post-crash fire, and flight operations at the airport continued safely, with other aircraft taking off after the incident.
A statement signed by Mrs Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji, Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance, NSIB, said: “Efforts are ongoing to recover the distressed aircraft from the crash site for a detailed wreckage examination,” NSIB said.
The NSIB noted that it has activated its protocols in line with its mandate. Director-General Captain Alex Badeh Jr. expressed sympathy to Skypower Express while welcoming the absence of casualties.
“We express our deepest sympathies to the management of Skypower Express and are glad that no fatalities have been reported so far. Our team is coordinating with authorities to secure the site,” he said.
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The Ekiti State Amotekun Corps has transferred a 28-year-old man, Olapade Ifeoluwa, to the police following his arrest over the alleged rape of a seven-year-old girl in Ilawe Ekiti, Ekiti Southwest Local Government Area (LGA).
The Head of Communications for the corps, Adeleye Adewale, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday. He explained that operatives apprehended the suspect after he was accused of luring the minor to his apartment under the pretence of watching a film.
Adewale said, “Upon interrogation by the arresting officers of the Ekiti Southwest Local Government Command, the suspect confessed to the crime committed. He said that the minor was induced to watch a film and lured to his apartment, where he precipitously had carnal knowledge of her. He later ascribed his action to the devil’s work after his apprehension.”
The father of the victim recounted the incident, noting that his daughter’s cries during the assault drew the attention of neighbours at Ujana Street, Ilawe Ekiti, who intervened and rescued her.
According to Adewale, both the suspect and the victim were taken to the Amotekun Headquarters in Ado Ekiti for further investigation before being handed over to the Ekiti State Police Command for appropriate action.
This arrest comes months after a similar case in September, when Amotekun operatives foiled an alleged attempt by a 21-year-old man, Ahmed Abdulai, to rape a 13-year-old girl in Are Ekiti, Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area. Officers reportedly intercepted Abdulai in the bush after flashing torchlights on him while he was attempting to assault the minor. He was subsequently handed over to the Rapid Response Squad of the Nigeria Police for investigation.
The Ekiti State Amotekun Corps has reiterated its commitment to working with the police to ensure that suspects in such cases face the full weight of the law.
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Alake lauds Nigerians in diaspora for deploying resources for national development – Tribune Online
The Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Dr Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, has lauded Nigerians living outside the country, for their selflessness and commitment towards the development of the country.
He appreciated them for deploying their hard earned money for the betterment of citizens of the country.
The monarch stated this during the free medical outreach organised by the Yoruba Nurses of North America held at Ake Palace, Abeokuta, on Tuesday.
Oba Gbadebo disclosed that the exodus of Nigerians to foreign land for greener pastures some years back has been yielding positive results,based on their determination to add value to the national economy.
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He said, “One of the best things that has happened to our nation is our children who are all over the world doing so well especially in deploying their hard earned resources for the upliftment of others.
“Some of these people are coming back to be chiefs, to be traditional rulers, industrialists adding a whole lots of value to our economy.
“So let those people who want to stay behind in the country do so and for those who wants to travel abroad, those whose skills are wanted abroad, let them go, make it there and come back to support the well being of their people back home and our economy too.”
He noted that Nigeria is next to India in terms of money sent home annually, saying the support is making lots of difference in the life the people and the nation’s economy.
Oba Gbadebo commended the medical personnel for giving back to the people out of their resources.
The traditional ruler described the medical outreach as good example of collaboration with people in diaspora that are aimed at empowering the people and making life more meaningful for the people back home.
The President, Yoruba Nurses of North America, Dr Adebisi Allison, said the annual free medical outreach underscored the association’s commitment towards enhancing health and well-being of Yoruba people across the South West, including Kogi and Kwara states, through a holistic and community-driven approach.
While adding that the free medical outreach served as an avenue for Yoruba health care professionals across North America to give back to their communities and help their kinsmen, the Yoruba people.
He hinted that the nation’s health care system is facing numerous challenges, especially shortage of healthcare facilities and equipment; inadequate health literacy; limited access to certain services; high out of pocket expenses and fragmented structure that prioritizes tertiary heath care at the expense of primary health care.
“These challenges have continued to undermine the potency of Nigeria’s Health sector, despite the substantial amount of funds allocated to healthcare infrastructure in this country. Moreover, massive brain drain of Nigerian health practitioners has further exacerbated the ugly situation.
“In the light of this, the Yoruba Nurses of North America, (YORNNA), seeks to bridge the gap by promoting equitable access to essential health services, encouraging community participation, and fostering partnerships with government at all levels, community groups and third-party organizations.
“YORNNA’s resolution to prioritize immediate action on health care across Yoruba communities arose out of the discussions from a 2022 Forum spearheaded by Apero Nile Loko initiatives, developed by Egbe Omo Yoruba North America, which focused on key issues facing the Yoruba people. According to Prof. Funsho Famuyiwa, who spoke at YORNNA 2024 Health Outreach Information Session and Fundraiser, a comprehensive 400-page report released in 2023 from the Apero forum emphasized the urgent need for improved access to health care services, education and deeper community involvement,” he added.
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Police arrest woman for faking baby’s abduction, selling two-month-old child for ₦1.5m in Delta
The Delta State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police Olufemi Abaniwonda, on Tuesday confirmed the arrest of a woman for allegedly faking the abduction of her two-month-old baby and selling the child for the sum of ₦1.5 million to a pastor in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area.
The woman had on Monday, December 15, alleged that gunmen forcefully took her baby from her while she was in a tricycle and pushed her out.
However, the Effurun Area Commander of the Nigeria Police Force, ACP Aliyu Shaba, and his men swung into action and recovered the baby, just as investigations revealed that the mother had staged the abduction and sold the child to the cleric.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the development in a WhatsApp message sent to our correspondent in Warri.
His message simply read: “Confirmed,” without providing further details.
Leaders and traditional rulers in communities across the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, have vowed to continue supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration, noting that the appointment of an Abuja indigene as a minister and to other strategic national roles has strengthened the people’s sense of belonging and purpose within the federation.
During visits to Karshi, Karu, Garki and Bwari on Tuesday by the FCT Renewed Hope Ambassadors, the traditional rulers and community leaders expressed satisfaction with the performance of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, maintaining that President Tinubu made a sound and strategic choice in appointing him to drive development in the territory.
The FCT Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Hon. Adamu Abdullahi, who led the delegation, described President Tinubu’s administration as one that history would judge fairly for its inclusive approach to governance.
He noted that the appointment of an indigenous son of the FCT as minister reflected President Tinubu’s commitment to fairness, national integration and confidence in the capacity of the people of the territory to contribute meaningfully to national development.
The Renewed Hope Ambassadors visited the Emir of Karshi, Alhaji Ismaila Danladi Muhammad, where representatives of the Emir affirmed the community’s support for President Tinubu. They also described Karshi as the second home of Hon. Adamu Abdullahi, assuring that the community would not disappoint the President for finding their son worthy of the responsibility of coordinating the Renewed Hope Ambassadors in the FCT.
Speaking on behalf of the Emir, the Hakimin Karshi, Alhaji Jibrin Danladi Adanda, acknowledged ongoing infrastructural development in the FCT while appealing for sustained government attention to further address community needs.
While receiving the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, the Sa’karuyi of Karu, Joseph Danfulani Narai, described the coordinator as a man whose contributions to community development are visibly evident, commending his longstanding record of service and commitment to grassroots progress.
Commending President Tinubu for finding FCT natives worthy of key national appointments, the Sapeyi of Garki, Alhaji (Dr.) Usman Nga Kupi, reaffirmed his community’s commitment to President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, saying that the administration’s developmental strides in the FCT place a moral obligation on the people to reciprocate with loyalty and electoral support for the APC-led government.
The Sarkin Bwari, Alhaji Awwal Musa Ijakoro, assured that the traditional institution would fully support the return of President Tinubu, citing the choice of a minister whose interventions have opened up Bwari to increased development, including improved road networks, the presence of the Law School and greater recognition of traditional rulers in governance.
Also, the Esu of Bwari, Dr. Ibrahim Yaro, congratulated the Renewed Hope Ambassadors coordinator, describing him as a man of integrity, and pledged to mobilise all tribal chiefs within his domain to ensure massive support for President Tinubu’s re-election.
In the past week, the Renewed Hope Ambassadors have sustained their grassroots mobilisation drive across the FCT, engaging traditional institutions and local communities in a coordinated effort to galvanise support for President Tinubu’s re-election.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed the receipt of a petition from serial businessman, Aliko Dangote, against the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed.
The commission, in a statement on Tuesday, said it has received the petition and an investigation into the claims would commence.
The response of the ICPC was contained in a statement signed by its spokesperson, John Okor Odey.
“The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) writes to confirm that it received a formal petition today Tuesday 16th December, 2025 from Alhaji Aliko Dangote through his lawyer. The petition is against the CEO of the NMDPRA, Alhaji Farouk Ahmed.
“The ICPC wishes to state that the petition will be duly investigated,” the ICPC stated.
Naija News recalls that Dangote accused Farouk of corruption and financial impropriety.
In the petition submitted on December 16, Dangote demanded the arrest, investigation and prosecution of Ahmed for allegedly living above his means as a public servant.
The petition was received by the office of the Chairman of the ICPC, Musa Adamu Aliyu (SAN).
Dangote accused the NMDPRA MD of spending without evidence of lawful means of income amounting to over $7 million for the education of his four children in different schools in Switzerland for a period of six years upfront.
Dangote, in the petition, named the four children and their schools in Switzerland, including the amount paid for each of them, to establish his allegations and verification by the anti-graft Agency.
Egypt claimed a 2–1 win over Nigeria on Tuesday night at the Cairo International Stadium, handing the Super Eagles a narrow defeat in a friendly match used by both teams to fine-tune preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
The encounter was Nigeria’s final test before travelling to Fès, where the three-time champions will begin their Group C campaign later this month.
Both coaches made use of the friendly nature of the fixture to rotate players and assess squad depth, with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle fielding a mix of regular starters and new faces from his final 28-man squad.
Egypt strike first
The hosts opened the scoring in the 28th minute after sustained pressure from a corner kick. Nigeria initially dealt with the danger, but Egypt recycled possession calmly.
Right-back Mohamed Hany released Ahmed Zizo down the flank, and the winger delivered a low cross across the face of the goal. Saber arrived unmarked and tapped into an empty net to give the Pharaohs the lead.
Nigeria struggled to settle after the goal, as Egypt enjoyed more control in midfield, with Zizo in particular causing problems on the right side.
Eagles respond after the break
Nigeria came out with greater intent in the second half and were rewarded just two minutes after the restart.
A free kick into the Egyptian box caused confusion, with numerous physical contacts delaying the restart. When play resumed, Zaidu Sanusi fired a low shot straight at goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy. The ball slipped under the keeper and rolled towards the far post, where Chidozie Awaziem reacted quickest to head home from close range.
The equaliser lifted the Super Eagles, who briefly looked more organised and confident, especially in midfield.
Mohamed seals it for Egypt
That momentum was short-lived. In the 53rd minute, Egypt regained the lead through striker Mostafa Mohamed.
Once again, Zizo was central to the move, creating space with a clever run before supplying his teammate. Mohamed finished clinically, a goal that goalkeeper Amas Obasogie will be disappointed to concede.
Despite further substitutions and some late pressure from Nigeria, Egypt held firm to see out the win.
Chelle tests options ahead of Morocco
The result mattered less than the lessons for Chelle, who used the match to assess several players ahead of AFCON 2025. Nigeria were without full sharpness, but the game provided valuable minutes for players still settling into camp after arriving in Cairo over the weekend.
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The Super Eagles opened camp on Sunday, with coaches and backroom staff arriving early. Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho was the first player in camp, followed by Stanley Nwabali and others, before the squad trained at the Cairo International Stadium on Monday night.
Nigeria will now fly to Fès on Thursday aboard a chartered flight to focus fully on the tournament.
Eyes on AFCON opener
The Super Eagles will begin their AFCON 2025 campaign on Tuesday, 23 December, against Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fès. They will also face Tunisia on 27 December and Uganda on 30 December in what is seen as a tricky Group C.
For Egypt, seven-time champions and winners of the tournament three times in a row between 2006 and 2010, the friendly offered encouragement as they prepare for Group B clashes against South Africa, Angola and Zimbabwe.
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Senator Ifeanyi Godwin Ararume, an astute politician and accomplished businessman, on his 67th birthday.
Senator Ararume’s odyssey in politics began in the late 1980s, when he served as the State Treasurer of the Liberal Convention in old Imo State. He later joined the National Finance Committee of the defunct National Republican Convention.
He represented Imo North in the 9th National Assembly. He was first elected in May 1999 and re-elected in April 2003. He also served on several committees and held other official roles.
In a statement signed by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President Information & Strategy and made available to newsmen,
President Tinubu commended the former senator for his years of service to the nation and contributions to its peace, unity, and progress.
The statement further reads “The President describes Senator Ararume as a resolute and shrewd politician, highlighting his courageous and remarkable political journey through the years.
“President Tinubu wishes Senator Ararume a happy 67th birthday and prays that God Almighty will grant him more years of good health and strength”
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Was Bishop Abioye Banned From Winners? Man Analyses Retired Preacher’s Absence at Shiloh 2025
A Nigerian man came online to address rumours about Bishop Abioye being banned from attending church events at Winners chapel
His post got people talking as he spoke about Abioye’s new church and the reason behind Abioye’s absence at Shiloh 2025
The man’s post went viral as many noticed the absence of Bishop David Abioye, who retired as the church’s vice president in 2024
See his post below:
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A Nigerian man has shared an update on Peller’s Mercedes‑Benz after a crash that occurred during a livestream.
It would be recalled that Peller was involved in a car crash on December 14, 2025, along the Lekki‑Eko Expressway.
However, bystanders rushed to the scene to take Peller to the hospital.
Man Shares Update On Peller’s Mercedes Benz
According to the man identified as @obattrekking on TikTok, Peller geniuely loves Jarvis.
In the viral video that has garned over 400,000 views, he shared that while passing the crash scene, he saw Peller’s Mercedes‑Benz being towed.
“I was passing lately today and saw peller’s car by the roadside, people are toeing the car. This boy need you now. Everybody tag Jarvis”, He stated.
Reacting to this, a TikTok user, @JP remarked ,PELLER needs EDUCATION to his fame and wealth.Some people no fit understand the kind personality WEY PELLER BE, a guy that cannot be controlled by his MANAGER’.
Another user, @Blesyn:Nah, “If you see a girl does not love you , is for him to leave the relationship. Make una no start to force any relationship”.
@𝓢𝓜 𝓕𝓐𝓜𝓘𝓛𝓨 𝟜𝓟𝓕 🇺🇸⚓:He’s right, but if you think he’s wrong, you’re right. In fact, all these comments are right; nobody is wrong. If you think I’m right or wrong, you’re right”.
While, @VeryWickedMan added, “Geh Geh don advice the werey tire 😂 me now ah dey wait for Geh Geh video patiently”.
Watch video below…..
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Guys pls let us pray for peller 🤲📿
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