UPDATE: U.S FINALIZES $20,000 VISA BOND POLICY AFFECTING NIGERIA AND 49 OTHER NATIONS. (PHOTO).
U.S Finalizes $20,000 Visa Bond Policy Affecting Nigeria and 49 Other Nations The United States government has officially formalized its visa bond policy, making it a permanent measure that could require travelers from 50 designated countries, including Nigeria, to pay a refundable bond of up to $20,000 before receiving certain visas. First introduced as a pilot scheme in 2025, the policy targets applicants seeking B1 and B2 visas, which are designated for business and tourism. According to the U.S. Department of State, the initiative is designed to bolster compliance with local immigration laws and drastically reduce visa overstay rates. How the Visa Bond Policy Works Under the permanent guidelines, U.S. consular officers have the discretion to instruct eligible applicants to post a bond as a prerequisite for visa issuance. However, U.S. authorities have clarified that the financial requirement will not be applied automatically to every traveler from the listed nations. Data anal...
Governor Ambode,yesterday sunday,celebrated Democracy Day with Physically Challenged Persons at the Lagos House,Ikeja.But before then,the Governor with his wife,Bolanle and other dignitaries attended a Thanksgiving Service in Commemoration of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode's First Year in Office at the Chapel of Christ The Light,Alausa,Ikeja.Governor Ambode who spoke during the thanksgiving service,said his election despite many challenges,was a clear indication that God was involved right from the beginning and as such he would continue to draw strength and inspiration from the Almighty.''Exactly a year ago today,i stood before a large congregation trying to commit myself to the opportunity that you gave me to serve you and i have tried as much as possible not to misplace that opportunity.I just want to thank everybody for believing in me.When i became a politician,i used to call myself a techno-politician,that is a technocrat and a politician.I never believed that i could ever survive up till this moment if not for the grace of God.I believe so much that this is an assignment from God that is why i am doing it with all my totality and give back to humanity.God has been too kind to me and for that reason,i have decided that i will serve the people selflessly to the will of God''.More photos below. 
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