UPDATE: U.S FINALIZES $20,000 VISA BOND POLICY AFFECTING NIGERIA AND 49 OTHER NATIONS. (PHOTO).

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 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...

OYO LAUNCHES FREE HEALTH INSURANCE FOR 10,000 PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS. (PHOTO).


 Oyo Launches Free Health Insurance for 10,000 Primary School Pupils


The Oyo State Government has officially launched the enrollment of 10,000 public primary school pupils into its health insurance scheme.


Speaking at the flag-off event in Ibadan, Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring a healthy learning environment for children. The initiative covers 90 schools across 18 local government areas, with enrolled pupils receiving insurance scheme ID cards.


UNICEF Lagos Field Office Chief, Celine Lafoucriere, praised the initiative, stating that it aligns with efforts to achieve universal health coverage, ensuring no child is denied healthcare due to financial constraints. She emphasized that access to healthcare supports education, economic growth, and poverty reduction.


The Chairman of OYOSUBEB, Nureni Adeniran, and Executive Secretary of OYSHIA, Olusola Akande, reaffirmed their commitment to the program’s successful implementation, describing it as a major step toward expanding healthcare access for children across the state.

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