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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...

PRESIDENT TINUBU FELICITATES WITH EX-ABIA GOVERNOR, ORJI UZOR KALU ON HIS BIRTHDAY.(PHOTO).


PRESIDENT TINUBU FELICITATES WITH EX-ABIA GOVERNOR, ORJI UZOR KALU ON HIS BIRTHDAY


President Bola Tinubu has congratulated his friend and political ally, Dr Orji Uzor Kalu, former Abia State governor and Senator representing Abia North in the National Assembly, on his birthday.
In a statement by Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President,
Information & Strategy, "The President notes the Senator's immense contributions to national development and commitment to the development of Abia State, which he served as governor from 1999 to 2007."

It adds, in the Senate, Orji Kalu had previously served as Chief Whip and now chairs the Senate Committee on Southeast Development Commission (SEDC).

SEDC is one of the regional development commissions established by President Tinubu to accelerate the growth and development of the regions.

President Tinubu commends Senator Orji Uzor Kalu's vision, resilience, industry and service to the nation and commitment to the progress of Abia as noteworthy.

"As a media mogul and Chairman of SLOK Holding, the former Abia governor is also playing his part in the economic development of the country.

The President wished Kalu long life, greater strength and increased wisdom as he continues his service to the nation. It concludes.

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