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 Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:19pm On Jan 07 |
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| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:11pm On Jan 07 |
It shall come to pass, Nigeria will work for me and you. The current crop of politicians will be disposed 2027. princeade86: 2 Likes |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:06pm On Jan 07 |
You make sense with your point Let's hope 2027 Nigerians will do the right thing. Hellisreal70: 1 Like 2 Shares |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:05pm On Jan 07 |
Nothing panning nothing. I taught trump will make exemption for nairaland MAGA  They're dumbfounded now. Konquest: 3 Likes |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 8:41pm On Jan 07 |
Seun nlfp mod Nlfpmod. Do the needful. Push this out. 2 Likes |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 6:15pm On Jan 07*. Modified: 10:06pm On Jan 07 |
15000 dollars that means many supporters of Trump on nairaland will never visit America Many supporters don't even know when their next meal is coming talk less of visa fee. God will continue to keep the Elite buoyant. IJN 113 Likes 6 Shares |
| Travel › US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 6:14pm On Jan 07 |
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 officer will not be refunded. Of the listed Nations, African countries accounted for 24 of the 38, including Nigeria, in the updated list released by the US State Department on Tuesday. Visa bonds are financial guarantees required by the US State Department for certain foreign nationals from countries classified as high-risk, who are applying for B1/B2 visas for business or tourism purposes. The implementation dates vary by country, with Nigeria’s date set for January 21, 2026. The Department of State said nationals from the listed countries have been identified as requiring visa bonds, with implementation dates shown in parentheses. Countries affected include Algeria (21 January 2026), Angola (21 January 2026), Antigua and Barbuda (21 January 2026), Bangladesh (21 January 2026), Benin (21 January 2026), Bhutan (1 January 2026), Botswana (1 January 2026), Burundi (21 January 2026), Cabo Verde (21 January 2026), Central African Republic (1 January 2026), Côte d’Ivoire (21 January 2026), Cuba (21 January 2026), Djibouti (21 January 2026), Dominica (21 January 2026). The rest are; Nigeria (21 January 2026), São Tomé and Príncipe (23 October 2025), Senegal (21 January 2026), Tajikistan (21 January 2026), Tanzania (23 October 2025), Togo (21 January 2026), Tonga (21 January 2026), Turkmenistan (1 January 2026), Tuvalu (21 January 2026), Uganda (21 January 2026), Vanuatu (21 January 2026), Venezuela (21 January 2026), Zambia (20 August 2025), and Zimbabwe (21 January 2026). The directive states that, “Any citizen or national travelling on a passport issued by one of these countries, who is otherwise found eligible for a B1/B2 visa, must post a bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. The amount is determined during the visa interview. “Applicants must also submit the Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-352. Applicants must also agree to the terms of the bond through the US Department of the Treasury’s online payment platform, Pay.gov. This requirement applies regardless of the place of application.” It added that Visa holders who post bonds must enter the United States through designated airports, including Boston Logan International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport. Virginia. Bonds will only be refunded when the Department of Homeland Security records the visa holder’s departure from the United States on or before the expiration of their authorised stay, when the applicant does not travel before the visa expires, or when a traveller applies for and is denied admission at a US port of entry. This development follows the introduction of partial US travel restrictions on Nigeria a week earlier. Nigeria was among 15 mostly African countries, including Angola, Antigua, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, The Gambia and others that were placed under partial travel suspensions by the US government on 16 December. In Nigeria’s case, the US cited the presence and operations of radical Islamic terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State in certain parts of the country, resulting in “substantial screening and vetting difficulties.” An overstay rate of 5.56 per cent for B1/B2 visas and 11.90 per cent for F, M, and J visas was also cited as a justification for Nigeria’s inclusion. As a result, the travel suspension covered immigrant visas as well as non-immigrant categories, including B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas. https://punchng.com/us-introduces-15000-visa-bond-for-nigerians-others/ 7 Likes 1 Share
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| Sports › Re: Anthony Joshua’s Driver, Adeniyi Kayode, Could Face Life Sentence by Ironfaceman(m): 1:48pm On Jan 07 |
So those drivers that kill people recklessly. What became of them. This save face tactics by ogun state is so bad. The roads are a death trap who is talking about that. 9 Likes |
| Travel › Re: 6 African Countries Where Travelers Must Pay Over $400 For US Visas by Ironfaceman(op): 8:13am On Jan 06 |
This is a wake up call for all Nigerians. Very soon there will be no more greener pasture but our own pasture. Hence, I'm urging fellow Nigerians not to vote APC in any level of governance. Under APC cost of living is very unaffordable yet the say Nigerians are enjoying Under Apc the court of law is dead. Under APC Jihadist aka Bandits exercise authority over the people. Killing, raping and maiming the people. Under. Apc Nigerians are now praying for American intervention. Under APC opposition parties are coerced into submission.. |
| Travel › 6 African Countries Where Travelers Must Pay Over $400 For US Visas by Ironfaceman(op): 8:13am On Jan 06 |
*Travelers from six African nations face increased visa application costs and stringent vetting procedures as of October 2025. *The new $250 Visa Integrity Fee, coupled with heightened security requirements, raises the total application cost to over $435 *Mandatory digital and biometric procedures now include social media history, email records, and real-time identity verification selfies. *These changes aim to counter visa fraud and overstays but pose significant financial and procedural challenges for African applicants Combined with standard application charges, the total now reaches $435–$439 for citizens of South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, and Zimbabwe. The fee and updated vetting rules aim to reduce visa fraud, enhance identity verification, and address overstays, marking one of the most significant changes in U.S. visa policy for African travelers in recent years. The $439 total is composed of: $185 base visa application fee, $250 Visa Integrity Fee, and $4 I‑94 arrival/departure processing fee. The Integrity Fee supports enhanced vetting, compliance monitoring, and administrative costs for implementing the stricter application process Applicants must provide five years of social media history, ten years of email records, and, in some cases, phone histories. A mandatory biometric “Selfie” via mobile apps is also required to verify identity in real time, adding both security and complexity to the application process. Country-specific impacts: *Egypt: Travelers must provide detailed social media and email disclosures, increasing the $435 cost. *Nigeria: Subject to a Partial Entry Ban over high visa overstay rates, applicants face extra hurdles beyond the $439 fee. *South Africa: Despite earlier rumors of a Visa Waiver Program, applicants must pay the full Integrity Fee and comply with digital and biometric requirements. *Morocco: Travelers in Casablanca must submit GPS‑matched live selfies, increasing scrutiny and processing complexity. *Ghana: Applicants undergo financial and digital vetting, with AI cross-checking social media accounts against employment history. *Zimbabwe: Routine visa services in Harare are largely paused for non-emergency applicants, who must also comply with the $439 fee and biometric verification. Broader implications of US visa restrictions The tightening of U.S. visa policies reflects Washington’s concerns over security, overstays, and irregular migration. Some African governments, including Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Malawi, have introduced reciprocal measures, while others have issued formal verbal protests over the stricter vetting. For travelers, higher fees, mandatory social media and email disclosure, and biometric selfies mean longer processing times and added costs, affecting students, tourists, and business visitors. Analysts warn the changes could strain diplomatic relations and place additional pressure on U.S. consular services across the continent. The measures also mark a digital shift in immigration policy, leveraging technology to vet applicants more thoroughly. While the U.S. frames the rules as necessary for security, critics argue they create a financial and bureaucratic barrier for millions of ordinary travelers. https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/lifestyle/6-african-countries-where-travelers-must-pay-over-dollar400-for-us-visas/fvymvmg
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| Education › Re: Why Anthony Azekwoh Dropped Out Of Covenant University (CU) by Ironfaceman(m): 4:46pm On Jan 04 |
CU is a place where legends are forged. If you want to live like a dog on campus go to ekpoma. Mind you there's a price for indiscipline. 6 Likes |
| Crime › Re: Lagos Police Launch Investigation Into Chris Okafor Over Sexual Allegations by Ironfaceman(m): 3:43pm On Jan 04 |
Don't get too emotional on this Follow the facts, you might learn a thing or rwo from this comedy. I will never support sexual violence to anybody. The timing of the case is flawed by inaccuracies, which makes the matter a no case. saphiere: |
| Crime › Re: Lagos Police Launch Investigation Into Chris Okafor Over Sexual Allegations by Ironfaceman(m): 3:20pm On Jan 04 |
I taught these are civil matters. Anyway another wild old goose chase. 6 Likes |
| Politics › Re: The Most Common Prayers Nigerians Say During Hard Times by Ironfaceman(m): 9:19am On Jan 04 |
You bow your head to pray not your hands. Take note. Stephen0mozzy: 1 Like |
| Sports › Re: Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks 64-year-old Record. by Ironfaceman(op): 3:33pm On Jan 02 |
Greatness in flesh. If Ronaldo was in MLS he would be clocking a thousand goal by now. |
| Sports › Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks 64-year-old Record. by Ironfaceman(op): 3:32pm On Jan 02 |
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks 64-year-old goalscoring record surpassing England legend with Al Nassr goalCristiano Ronaldo closed out 2025 by once again proving he can still perform at the highest level, continuing to add to his remarkable goal tally. With his strike for Al Nassr on Tuesday, the Portuguese star shattered a 64-year-old goalscoring record previously held by an England legend. Al Nassr played their final match of 2025 on Tuesday, traveling to face Al Ettifaq on Matchday 12 of the 2025–26 Saudi Pro League season. In search of a late winner, João Félix fired a shot that deflected off Ronaldo’s back and found the net, sealing a 2–2 draw while also writing another chapter in Ronaldo’s history-making career. With that goal, Ronaldo surpassed Ronnie Rooke as the player with the most goals scored after turning 30. The Portuguese forward has now pushed his total to 494 goals, edging past the Englishman’s 493. Brazilian icon Romário sits third with 451, followed by Czech legend Josef Bican with 446. Rooke remains one of the most prolific scorers in English football history, particularly during the World War II era, when he also served as a physical training instructor for the Royal Air Force. The forward, who represented clubs such as Fulham, Crystal Palace, and Arsenal, even appeared for England in a wartime friendly against Wales in 1942 Rooke continued scoring across England’s lower divisions until his retirement in 1961, when he served as player-coach at Bedford. His career goal tally stood at 493, a mark that remained untouched for more than six decades until Ronaldo finally claimed the top spot, a record the Al Nassr star is poised to extend further in 2026 as he approaches his 41st birthday. Where does Lionel Messi stand? Lionel Messi, who scored more goals than Ronaldo in 2025, has long been regarded as the Portuguese star’s greatest rival, even as both near the twilight of their careers. However, when it comes to goals scored after turning 30, the Argentine falls well short of matching Ronaldo’s pace. After reaching his 30s, Messi has scored 331 goals: 165 with Barcelona, 32 with Paris Saint-Germain, 77 with Inter Miami, and 57 with Argentina. While Messi, who is two years younger, reached that total in 436 appearances compared to Ronaldo’s 583, the gap between them remains significant. Ronaldo’s post-30 goal tally includes 162 with Real Madrid, 101 with Juventus, 27 during his second stint at Manchester United, 113 with Al Nassr, and 91 for Portugal. With his total now at 494 goals since turning 30, Ronaldo has set a benchmark that future challengers may take years to approach, adding yet another landmark achievement to his storied career. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/cristiano-ronaldo-breaks-64-year-old-goalscoring-record-surpassing-england-legend-with-al-nassr-goal/ 1 Like
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| Autos › Re: Tyre Burst Caused Anthony Joshua's Car Crash, Says Ogun Police (photo) by Ironfaceman(m): 9:22am On Dec 31, 2025 |
That's an idea worth a try. Nazgul: |
| Autos › Re: Tyre Burst Caused Anthony Joshua's Car Crash, Says Ogun Police (photo) by Ironfaceman(m): 7:13pm On Dec 30, 2025*. Modified: 9:24am On Dec 31, 2025 |
Analysis upon analysis. It won't bring the life lost. But how the driver survived this accident most be studied. Aj should rethink when travelling to ogun state. Ogun state have a working airport. He may consider flight. 16 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: Tinubu Government, the most shambolic in Nigeria's history - Bolaji Abdullahi by Ironfaceman(m): 2:45pm On Dec 27, 2025 |
Mr abdulahi isn't far from the truth. We taught buhari was dumb but Tinubus cluelessnes made buhari erudite.. The only thing he hope to achieve is a second term. 8 Likes 1 Share |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: Fear And Confusion In Nigerian Village Hit In US Strike. by Ironfaceman(op): 6:29am On Dec 27, 2025 |
The CIA messed up on this one. Telling the APC led junta is like telling the terrorist you're coming. CIA should follow the isreal approach bomb them now ask questions later. That's why there are no casualties. We need to. See this blood drinking jihadist dead. |
| Foreign Affairs › Fear And Confusion In Nigerian Village Hit In US Strike. by Ironfaceman(op): 6:29am On Dec 27, 2025*. Modified: 7:57am On Dec 27, 2025 |
Fear and confusion in Nigerian village hit in US strike, as locals say no history of ISIS in area Abuja, Nigeria — A day after part of a missile fired by the United States hit their village, landing just meters from its only medical facility, the people of Jabo in northwestern Nigeria are in a state of shock and confusion. Suleiman Kagara, a resident of this quiet and predominantly Muslim farming community in Tambuwal district of Sokoto state, told CNN he heard a loud blast and saw flames as a projectile flew overhead at around 10 p.m. on Thursday. Soon after, it came crashing down, exploding on impact with the ground and sending the villagers fleeing in fear. “We couldn’t sleep last night,” Kagara said. “We’ve never seen anything like this before.” Kagara did not realize it at the time, but what he was witnessing was part of a US strike that President Donald Trump would later refer to as a “Christmas present” for terrorists. Not long after the impact in Jabo, Trump declared on Thursday that the US had carried out a “powerful and deadly strike” against ISIS militants in the region, who he accused of “targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians, at levels not seen for many years, and even centuries!” According to US Africa Command, the operation neutralized multiple ISIS militants. But Trump’s explanation has left Kagara and his fellow villagers scratching their heads. While parts of Sokoto face challenges with banditry, kidnappings and attacks by armed groups including Lakurawa – which Nigeria classifies as a terrorist organization due to suspected affiliations with Islamic State – villagers say Jabo is not known for terrorist activity and that local Christians coexist peacefully with the Muslim majority. “In Jabo, we see Christians as our brothers. We don’t have religious conflicts, so we weren’t expecting this,” he said. Bashar Isah Jabo, a lawmaker representing Tambuwal in the state parliament, described the village to CNN as “a peaceful community” that has “no known history of ISIS, Lakurawa, or any other terrorist groups operating in the area.” He said the projectile had struck a field “approximately 500 meters” from a Primary Health Center in Jabo and that, while there were no casualties, the incident had “caused fear and panic within the community.” Nigeria’s Information Ministry later said that the government, in collaboration with the US, had “successfully conducted precision strike operations” targeting ISIS hideouts in the forests of Tangaza district in Sokoto. However, it also noted that “during the course of the operation, debris from expended munitions fell in Jabo,” and another area in north-central Kwara state – though it stressed there had been no civilian casualties. The operation in Nigeria follows repeated claims by Trump of a significant threat to Christians in the country, with the president ordering the Pentagon last month to prepare for possible military action. Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar told CNN Friday that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio prior to the strike and that Nigerian President Bola Tinubu had given the “go ahead.” However, Tuggar also said that this operation was not a religious issue but aimed at ensuring the safety of innocent civilians across the region. Analysts say religion is just one of multiple factors behind the persistent security challenges Nigeria has faced for many years. Conflicts also arise from communal and ethnic rivalries, as well as tensions between farmers and herders over scarce land and water resources. Nnamdi Obasi, a senior adviser at the International Crisis Group, said that while the US airstrikes might weaken some armed groups and mark a significant escalation in an offensive that Nigeria’s overstretched military has struggled with for years, “they are unlikely to halt the multi-faceted violence in different parts of the country that is driven largely by failures of governance.” https://edition.cnn.com/2025/12/26/africa/trump-christmas-strike-jabo-nigeria-latam-intl
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| Crime › Re: Lagos Court Remands Nigerian Wanted In US For $1.24 Million Fraud by Ironfaceman(op): 6:41pm On Dec 24, 2025*. Modified: 8:06pm On Dec 24, 2025 |
Some people are wicked. This type will go to church and give testimony for uncommon breakthrough while he's a thief. Anyway extradition is loading, enjoy your visa free trip to Yankee. 30 Likes 1 Share |
| Crime › Lagos Court Remands Nigerian Wanted In US For $1.24 Million Fraud by Ironfaceman(op): 6:41pm On Dec 24, 2025 |
A Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday granted the request of the Attorney-General of the Federation to remand a Nigerian, Lawrence Folawunmi, who is wanted in the United States of America over alleged email compromise, aiding and abetting wire fraud, and wire fraud involving about $1.24m.https://punchng.com/lagos-court-remands-nigerian-wanted-in-us-for-1-24m-fraud/ 8 Likes
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| Sports › Re: Werder Bremen Speak On Terminating Victor Boniface’s Loan Deal by Ironfaceman(op): 8:43pm On Dec 22, 2025 |
A message is a message. What you do with it matters. Majek fashek was another Samson. In life if you cant learn then you're bound to fail. motymop: |
| Sports › Re: Werder Bremen Speak On Terminating Victor Boniface’s Loan Deal by Ironfaceman(op): 8:39pm On Dec 22, 2025 |
Taribo West begged and was lucky he got help. Not every player can be that lucky. OLOKOESHIN: |
| Sports › Re: Werder Bremen Speak On Terminating Victor Boniface’s Loan Deal by Ironfaceman(op): 8:38pm On Dec 22, 2025 |
If osihmen does learn that's his cup of tea. Rexymania: |
| Sports › Re: Werder Bremen Speak On Terminating Victor Boniface’s Loan Deal by Ironfaceman(op): 10:20am On Dec 22, 2025 |
Like Majek fashek said. '' only God knows tomorrow '' My advice to Boniface is save all the money you get for early retirement. To avoid begging and people mocking him. 129 Likes 4 Shares |
| Sports › Werder Bremen Speak On Terminating Victor Boniface’s Loan Deal by Ironfaceman(op): 10:20am On Dec 22, 2025 |
Werder Bremen has spoken on the possibility of terminating the contract of Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface. The club’s Sporting Director, Clemens Fritz did not rule out an early termination of the player’s loan from Bayer Leverkusen. Boniface has struggled since making the loan move from Leverkusen to Bremen after a move to Italian giants, AC Milan failed. Asked about Boniface’s future at the Bundesliga side after their game with Augsburg, Fritz said, according to Deichstube, “Victor is injured at the moment and we are in contact with the Leverkusen doctors. We want to let it calm down a bit for now. “He’ll switch off for a few days, but then we’ll have to see how it develops. “After that, however, the topic of ‘sporting future’ could well be on the table.” Boniface has only been able to provide two assists this season and is yet to score a goal for the club. https://dailypost.ng/2025/12/21/bundesliga-werder-bremen-speak-on-terminating-victor-bonifaces-loan-deal/ 8 Likes 1 Share
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: Naira Records Highest Depreciation Against US Dollar As Foreign Reserves by Ironfaceman(op): 4:36am On Dec 22, 2025 |
So much for the renewed Hope. Tinubu should sack Cardoso before he turns Nigeria into Cambodia. With all the image laundering,, economic indices have shown naira is doing badly. And with level of borrowing by this administration recovery will be impossible. |
| Foreign Affairs › Naira Records Highest Depreciation Against US Dollar As Foreign Reserves by Ironfaceman(op): 4:36am On Dec 22, 2025*. Modified: 5:06am On Dec 22, 2025 |
The Naira on Friday recorded the highest depreciation against the United States Dollar this week at the official foreign exchange amid a drop in Nigeria’s external reserves. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data on Friday showed that the naira significantly dropped to N1,464.4974 per dollar, down from N1,457.8402, extending its downward trend for the week. On a day-to-day basis, the Naira declined by N6.6498 per dollar, the highest dip since December 4, 2025. Overall, the currency shed N12.67 against the dollar during the week under review at the official market, representing its weakest performance in several months. Similarly, the Naira weakened at the black market to close at N1500 per dollar on Friday, down by N15 when compared with last week when it stood at N1490 .The downward slide of the Naira at official and black market foreign exchange markets comes as the country’s external reserves decline by $0.20 billion, or 0.57 percent, to $45.21 billion as of December 17, 2025, down from $45.47 billion recorded on December 12. https://dailypost.ng/2025/12/20/naira-records-highest-depreciation-against-us-dollar-as-foreign-reserves-decline/
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia Deploys Chinese-made Laser System Along Ukraine Border by Ironfaceman(op): 11:20am On Dec 21, 2025 |
Is like you don't get the point. Russia has been turned inside out by this so called war of attrition. So much so that they are now getting arms from China and North Korea. Wasting scare resources because of ego. Why not Putin accept peace deal. brain54: 1 Like |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia Deploys Chinese-made Laser System Along Ukraine Border by Ironfaceman(op): 10:59am On Dec 21, 2025 |
Putin the dirty dog at it again. Wasting Russian scare resources on a war he can't win. |
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