The Oyo State High Court, sitting in Ibadan, has granted bail to ex-Queen Naomi Sikekunola, the owner of the Ibadan-based broadcasting station, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and the Principal of Islamic High School, Basorun, Abdulahib Fasasi, over their alleged involvement in the Ibadan stampede that resulted in the deaths of 35 children.
Justice K. B. Olawoyin, in his ruling on the bail application filed by the defense counsel, admitted the suspects to bail with a bond of ₦10 million each and two sureties in like sums.
According to the ruling, the sureties must provide land documents within the court’s jurisdiction.
Other conditions include the deposit of their international passports with the court and a restriction from granting any form of press interview during the pendency of the case.
The case has been adjourned for further hearing until 27th January 2025.
Amid allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement, the 32 members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have impeached the Lagos state speaker, Mudashiru Obasa.
According to reports, the embattled Speaker was impeached for gross misconduct and abuse of office.
Obasa has been accused of spending N17 billion on a gate to the assembly complex, which critics argue is excessive and fraudulent.
There have also been allegations of mishandling constituency funds and projects.
Do you know that the fastest cars in the world are not the regular or common cars you see around but they are exceptional and luxurious rides produced for a few people.
If you’re not skilled at driving, these cars are not meant for you.
Also, their interiors and exteriors are second to none.
Here are the fastest cars in the world as listed by Carwow:
1. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut (310 mph)
Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut leads as one of the fastest cars in the world.
This model is the most outstanding ever produced by Koenigsegg; it has a 1,600hp twin-turbocharged V8 engine.
This car is built to attain extraordinary speed without any turbulence.
It can reach 0-60 mph within seconds.
2. SSC Tuatara (295 mph)
The SSC Tuatara is a sports car designed in collaboration with Jason Castriota.
It is powered by a 6.9-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine — which is a masterpiece that enables the car to have smooth power that results in incredible speed.
3. Bugatti Tourbillons (277 mph)
The Bugatti Tourbillons is a fast hybrid sports car with four throttle bodies. Tourbillon’s engine is made from aluminium which saves more weight. It has a 1,800hp V16 hybrid engine that is capable of high speed.
4. Hennessey Venom F5 (272 mph)
Venom F5 is another powerful car produced by Hennessey, America.
This car is not only about speed but its exceptional quality.
It is a 6.6-litre twin-turbocharged V8.
5. Rimac Nevera (256 mph)
Rimac Nevera is an electric sports car.
It is the fifth fastest car in the world.
It is made of carbon fiber that helps reduce the weight.
Nevera is a luxurious car with an amazing interior.
6. McLaren Speedtail (250 mph)
McLaren Speedtail is a limited-edition hybrid sports car.
Even though this car has a wireless charging pad, it can still recharge itself while driving with the help of its hybrid battery.
The Speedtail is designed to minimise drag.
7. Koenigsegg Regera (250 mph)
This is a limited-production hybrid sports car.
It is a luxurious car with a twin-turbo V8 engine.
Regera has several power nodes that connect the wiring of the car.
8. Aston Martin Valkyrie (250 mph)
The Aston Martin Valkyrie is a hybrid electric powertrain car with a 6.5-litre V12 engine.
It is luxurious, fast, efficient, and good for street driving, not just for racing.
9. Pagani Huayra (238 mph)
The Pagani Huayra is a fabulous car with beautiful detail.
It has a twin-turbocharged V12 engine that puts out 730hp and 1,000Nm of torque.
Huayra is made up of carbon fiber to make it rigid and keep its weight down.
10. Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (233 mph)
The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is the 10th fastest car in the world.
It is made up of a 5.5-liter V8 engine with two turbochargers that produces 1,064hp.
Its engine is very powerful and one of the best ever produced in the United States.
Jamiu Adebayo, a 17-year-old boy has been arrested by operatives of the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly raping his neighbor’s eight-year-old daughter in the Aregbe area of Abeokuta.
Omolola Odutola, police spokesperson said Jamiu lured the young girl into his parents’ sitting room, where he allegedly defiled her.
The victim’s mother, identified as Olabode, reported that she was away when neighbors informed her that her daughter was bleeding from her private parts.
Initially, the victim lied about the cause of the injury, claiming it was due to a stick, after being instructed to do so Jamiu [The suspect].
Although, the truth was later disclosed, leading to Jamiu’s arrest.
The police have taken the suspect into custody and are conducting a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
A medical examination has also been arranged for the victim.
“The suspect took her (the survivor) to their bathroom to clean the blood, then instructed her to change into another pair of underwear.
“He also persuaded her to lie, claiming that a stick had caused the injury to her private parts.
“Detectives swiftly sprang into action and apprehended the suspect.
“A medical form has been issued to the victim and her mother for examination and reporting. Preliminary investigations are currently underway,” she stated.
Oba Abimbola Owoade , the newly appointed Alaafin of Oyo gets certificate and staff of office.
The certificate and staff of office was presented by Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde to the newly appointed Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade.
The presentation of the certificate and staff of office was held on Monday at the Oyo State Government House in Agodi, Ibadan, the state capital.
The presentation of the certificate and staff of office was held on Monday at the Oyo State Government House in Agodi, Ibadan, the state capital.
Recall that Prince Owoade was announced on Friday by the state government as the Alaafin-elect, to succeed late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, the 44th Alaafin of Oyo, who passed on two years ago.
The presentation had in attendance the kingmakers otherwise known as Oyomesi, top government functionaries and eminent personalities from the state.
Remember the Ibadan Stampede saga that involved, Oriyomi Hamzat,Queen Naomi and a school principal?
Oyo State government has filed a fresh suit against ex-Queen Naomi Silekunola, the chairman of an Ibadan-based radio station, Alhaji Oriyomi Hazmat and the principal, Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, Mr , at the State High Court.
Naijahitz reports that the suit with charge number 1/05C/2025, was filed on Friday, January 10.
The charges, as reliably informed, borders on conspiracy to commit a felony to wit: murder, manslaughter, conspiracy to commit an offence to wit: criminal negligence and criminal negligence.
The offences were said to be contrary to and punishable under Section 324 of the Criminal Code, CAP 38, vol II Law of Oyo State, 2000.
The names of the victims as contained in sheet include: Musiliu Sofiayah, (female), eight years; Lekan Salami (male), seven years; Feyikemi Salam, (female), one and a half years; Olaniyan Joshua (male), one and a half years and Lateef Muisiliu (male), eight years.
Others are Opeyemi Ayomide, (female), four years; Adebayo- Fatimah, (female), four years; Adebayo- Abibat, (female), five years; Adeyanju Taiwo, (female), eight years; Salaudeen Khalid (male), Anjorin Faridat, (female),10years; Nahaam Muisiliu (male), 13years and Babatunde Toheeb, (male), 18years.
The charge also said the suspects also “did conspired together to commit a felony to wit: criminal negligence and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 517 of the Criminal Code CAP 38, Vol II, Law of Oyo State, 2000.
“Did negligently omit to provide adequate security, crowd control mechanism and medical facilities to prevent stampede at a children funfair program organized by you and your negligent omission resulted in the death of one Musiliu Sofiat, ‘female, aged eight years and 34 other children and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 308 and punishable under section. 344 of the Criminal Code 38, VolII Laws of Oyo State, 2000.”
However, counsel to one of the defendants, Alhaji Oriyomi Hazmat, Adekunle Sobaloju (SAN), in a telephone interview with Nigerian Tribune, said that he was yet to be served.
According to him, “I only read it online.
I am yet to be served.
In another development, Oyo state High Court, sitting in Ibadan, will be ruling on the bail applications filed by the defense counsel today.
Also, the Chief Magistrate Court will be sitting on the same matter.
The two cases will be coming up simultaneously at different courts.
Social media users have continued to react differently to the latest look of Grammy Award-nominated artist Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake.
The ‘Terminator’ crooner debuted the new look in a post on his verified Instagram account on Sunday.
In the picture, the artist shows off his new facial tattoos, which include dollar signs and ‘Believe’ inscriptions, among others.
The new tattoos, however, have continued to generate reactions on social media, with many fans of the singer expressing dissatisfaction with the new look.
Reacting to the new look, popular X user @ItsShola tweeted, “As a big fan of Asake who has never seen any wrong in him since he blew up; I’d just say these new tattoos didn’t enter.
They don’t look good on him.”
“He is losing his mind,” @Abdurazaq64 opined.
Another user, @it_Rutie, wrote, “Facial tattoo makes Asake look like a thief.”
“Face tattoos are not our culture. What’s happening to Asake fgs,” @effizzzyy tweeted.
@Guccistarboi wrote, “Those Asake tats are getting too much, he needs to slow down on em.”
@ejiro_joshua1 tweeted, “What’s with all the earrings on the ear? I hope he’s not been initiated into Illuminati.”
This comes a few weeks after the ‘Sungba’ hitmaker trended on X following the rumours of his fallout with his record label, YBNL, and its founder, Olamide.
The controversy began when Asake made dramatic changes to his Instagram profile. A check by Naijahitzconfirmed that the crooner had removed YBNL from his Instagram bio and unfollowed everyone, including Olamide.
However, neither Asake nor Olamide has confirmed or denied his alleged exit from the record label as of the time of this report.
A Nigerian man known as Mr. Nigeria101, has been trekking from Ibadan to Abuja since December 1, 2024, to demonstrate his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu‘s government and also read him a letter he termed from the Nigerian youths to the president.
Despite covering over 600 kilometers, he hasn’t received any acknowledgment or recognition from the government, nor support from Nigerians.
Mr. Nigeria101 has expressed his frustration and disappointment through videos uploaded to his TikTok page, which has garnered significant attention.
He’s now threatening to continue protesting and wandering around Abuja until his demands are met or until his death unless President Tinubu acknowledges and rewards his loyalty.
“Nigerians please come to my aid I need your support have mercy on me I have been on this trekking mission since December 1st last year barefooted from Ibadan to Abuja to meet Mr. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to read out this message to him that Nigerians are suffering.
Nobody wants to attend to me nobody wants to pay attention to me. I have trekked to the extent that my spirit has almost left my body.”
Talented Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and worship leader who was born on February 20, 1995, in Abuja, Nigeria Moses Bliss and his wife, Marie announced the arrival of their first child in a stunning pregnancy shoot.
Recall that the Nigerian gospel singer tied the knot with his Ghanaian wife in March 2024, hosting notable celebrities and gospel artists at their grand-style wedding in Ghana.
Moses Bliss posted heartwarming pictures of himself and his wife cradling her protruding baby bump with the caption,
“This is the doing of the Lord.
“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think,… unto him be glory. Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21 KJV”.
Admirers and colleagues of the couple have flocked to the comment section with congratulatory messages and well-wishes.
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The 12 suspected killers of an undergraduate student of Ajayi Crowther University, Jeffrey Akro has been granted bail by the Oyo High Court sitting in Ibadan and hereby adjourned the case until Friday, February 21, 2025.
Naijahitz recalls that the suspects pleaded not guilty to a two-count charge when the case was mentioned for hearing at the same court in Awe, Oyo State.
Their plea and oral application for bail could not be taken during the last sitting, leading to the adjournment until today.
However, Justice Ladiran Akintola, at the sitting on Friday, granted bail to the suspects in the sum of N5 million, with their parents standing as sureties.
Nigeria actress, film maker and producer Toyin Abraham has been making waves in the Nollywood industry since 2003.
Trending clip has shown a dramatic scene at the cinema when an overzealous fan, overjoyed at spotting Toyin Abraham, enthusiastically embraced her, causing them both to tumble.
In the video shared online, the actress is sitting on the movie counter advertising her latest film when the overly enthusiastic female fan unintentionally drags her to the ground by embracing her closely.
After seeing Toyin, the overly excited fan in the viral video couldn’t control her excitement, resulting in a dramatic scene in the cinema.
Internet users have responded to the video by questioning why a young woman would become agitated over an actress.
Social media users claimed fans’ overzealous attitude makes singers like Burna Boy react aggressively in most cases.
See comments below,
@ace_dior101 Why’ll someone lack composure like this. I know she’s your fave Celeb, but comport yourself 🤦♂️
@tolulopeozed I think she has a very great fan base that loves her naturally, despite her past shortcomings. Na politics wan come between she and her fans. Las Las, nobody is perfect.
@sologoldz Na wetin burna no like be this 😂😂😂
@justfavvy No be fan o, weyrey just disguise make e drag am. She must talk wetin Tinubu tell am😂
@osas_hilda How do all this camera men Abi woman know say something like this go happen
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Recall that Naijahitz reports that Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, on Friday officially approved the selection of Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo.
A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, revealed that Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade was recommended by the Oyomesi after thorough consultations and divinations, and his appointment was subsequently approved by the governor.
According to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Honourable Ademola Ojo, this announcement resolves all the socio-political and legal disputes that have arisen since the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, on 22 April 2022.
In this article, Naijahitz highlights key details about the new Alaafin of Oyo.
Full Name
The full name of the new Alaafin is Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade.
Royal Lineage
Prince Owoade hails from the royal Owoade-Agunloye family of Oyo.
He is one of the surviving children of Pa Rasaki Ibiyosi Owoade.
Education
He attended Baptist High School, Saki, and later obtained a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro (1994 — 1997).
He furthered his education with a Higher National Diploma in the same field at The Polytechnic, Ibadan (1999 — 2001).
Prince Akeem Owoade pursued further education in the United Kingdom, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sunderland in 2008 and a Master of Science in the same field from Northumbria University in 2012.
Professional Career
Prince Akeem’s professional journey spans continents.
He began his career as a Planning Engineer at Oil Reach Company in Glasgow, UK, and is currently a Project Coordinator at Manitoba Hydro, Canada.
Additionally, he serves as the president of 100279 Manitoba Limited, a company specializing in real estate and financial services, demonstrating his leadership and business acumen in the corporate sector.
Approval of Appointment
Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade was officially confirmed as the new Alaafin of Oyo on Friday, 10 January 2025, by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State.
Nigerian Government has assured Nigerian workers that the N70,000 minimum wage will be reviewed in less than two years, reaffirming its commitment to workers’ welfare.
Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the minister of state for Labor and Employment revealed this during a briefing in Umuahia after meeting with labor leaders in Abia State.
She emphasized that President Bola Tinubu is determined to honor his promises to workers and prioritize their well-being.
“We are not going to allow minimum wage review to be forever.
It used to be about five years, but now, in three years’ time, which is less than two years, we will also review the minimum wage,” Onyejeocha stated.
She further noted that the review timeline has been clearly documented, assuring workers of the Federal Government’s sincerity and commitment to transparency.
Onyejeocha also used the opportunity to remind labor leaders of their critical role in fostering stability and peace across the nation, particularly in the workplace.
She called for a collaborative effort to ensure a productive and strike-free year.
“I reminded them that we should have a strike-free year, where we will be able to work with the government in partnership, knowing that if we are in peace, we will be more productive,” she said.
Additionally, Onyejeocha held discussions with the Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, where she explained Federal Government policies and reassured them of the administration’s commitment to development and inclusion.
Tinubu had approved a minimum wage of N70,000 in July 2024 with a promise to review it every three years.
Onyejeocha reiterated that this promise remains on course and will be fulfilled to further improve workers’ welfare.
Prince Akeem Owoade endorsed as the new Alaafin of Oyo state.
Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo state, has formally approved the selection of Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as new Alaafin of Oyo.
A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said that Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade after thorough consultations and divinations, has been recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by the Governor of Oyo State.
According to the commissioner, a statement to this effect has been issued by the Honorable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ademola Ojo, who said that the announcement has put to rest, all the socio and legal bickering that have ensued since the demise of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III on April 22, 2022.
Hon. Ademola Ojo called on all citizens of Oyo State to join the Government in celebrating this momentous occasion and lend their support to the new Alaafin of Oyo.
The Commissioner prays that his reign will bring peace, prosperity and unity to the historic Oyo Kingdom.
Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, a controversial social media personality has promised to give out one million naira every month until December to individuals willing to learn a trade.
He made the announcement in a video shared on his Instagram page on Friday, stating that the initiative would begin at the end of January and run through to the end of the year.
According to VeryDarkMan, the offer is open not only to his online followers but also to anyone who can access him in person.
He emphasized that the funds for the program would come from his personal earnings, not from his NGO.
VeryDarkMan said, “Starting from the end of this month to the end of the year, I’ll be giving N1 million every month.
“This money will be shared by five people each month.
It’s for those who want to learn a trade.
It’s my money, not NGO money—my hard-earned money.”
He also stated that the motivation behind this is to help people who need an opportunity and are currently doing menial jobs.
VeryDarkMan urged interested individuals to inquire about training programs, gather the necessary details, as he would be paying the institutions directly.
“If I want to pay, I’m not giving you the money; I’ll pay the place where you’ll learn,” he said.
SECURITY operatives working on the trail of extremist elements and insurgents have foiled a plot by terrorists of Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) to establish a strategic base in Oyo State for the coordination of their activities in Oyo, Osun, and Kwara States.
Independent sources spoken to by the Nigerian Tribune confirmed that ISWAP members fleeing Maiduguri, Borno State had linked up with one of their members who operates around the Oke-Ogun axis in the Northern parts of Oyo State, to comb strategic locations where a coordinating base that would be responsible for operations in Oyo, Kwara, and Osun States could be set up.
It was learned that the said loyalist of ISWAP had been linked with kidnapping and other criminal activities around Oke-Ogun and had started making preparations for the establishment of a base in the Afijio local government area of Oyo State.
It was gathered that security agents got wind of his plan after he held a meeting with some members somewhere in Osun State, after which a number of the gang members were arrested.
Sources said that the link for the group is based in Oke Ogun, however, escaped the arrest and moved to the old Oyo national park, which links the Kamoko forest that stretches from Kaduna to Niger and Kwara States and also links the Old Oyo State in Oke Ogun axis.
The arrest of some of the insurgents by security men operating in Oyo and Osun States was, however, said to have resulted in the recovery of several AK 47 rifles, and a hot pursuit of the linkman said to have stayed in Ago Are town in Oyo State for some time
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State said on Monday that some insurgents fleeing from the North had attempted to set up camps near Fashola Farms in Oyo State.
Sources told the Nigerian Tribune that the site mentioned by the governor, which was initially targeted as a suitable location is about five kilometers from Fashola Farms but that security agents have since blocked the secret plot.
“The Kamoko forest which stretches from Kaduna all through Niger and links Kwara and Oyo States through Old Oyo National Park is the route being relied upon by these terrorists to make their way into the Southwest.
“They intend to establish a base around the South-West and when security men got the hints, a hot pursuit was undertaken, leading to some arrests,” a source stated, adding that every effort was being made to neutralize the plot of the terrorists,” said the source.
Another independent source said that the terrorists’ linkman in Oke Ogun had planned to locate a suitable place ahead of a meeting of his collaborators and that the operatives had bursted the plot and scattered the bid for the secret base.
As a result of the development, it was learned that security agencies across the Northwest state of Kaduna, as well as North Central states of Niger and Kwara, and the Southwest States of Oyo, Osun, and Ogun States, are already placed on red alert to forestall any plot to establish a camp or base around the Southwest.
In another development, sources told Nigerian Tribune that security agents have arrested a traditional worshiper in Iseyin, Oyo State, for trying to incite religious disharmony.
It was gathered that the man was trying to dispute some claims in the Holy Quran and equally plans to extend the same treatment to the Holy Bible as a way of igniting confrontation among adherents of the different religions in parts of Oyo State.
Though the man was said to have escaped to Lekki, in Lagos State, Security agencies in Oyo and Ogun States were said to have worked assiduously to get him arrested.
Boeing, United States aviation giant and technology powerhouse, Google, have each pledged $1 million to the inauguration fund for President-elect Donald Trump.
The donations mark their inclusion in a growing list of major American companies contributing to the event, scheduled for 20 January, to mark the start of Trump’s second term in the White House.
“We are pleased to continue Boeing’s bipartisan tradition of supporting US Presidential Inaugural Committees,” Boeing stated, noting that similar contributions had been made to the last three presidential inaugurations.
The aerospace manufacturer, currently recovering from a series of safety and quality control crises, is also responsible for building the next generation of Air Force One aircraft, which are expected to enter service next year.
Google, joining other tech giants such as Meta and Amazon in supporting the fund, also announced plans to stream the inauguration live.
“Google is pleased to support the 2025 inauguration, with a livestream on YouTube and a direct link on our homepage,” said Karan Bhatia, Google’s global head of government affairs and public policy.
Google, joining other tech giants such as Meta and Amazon in supporting the fund, also announced plans to stream the inauguration live.
“Google is pleased to support the 2025 inauguration, with a livestream on YouTube and a direct link on our homepage,” said Karan Bhatia, Google’s global head of government affairs and public policy.
Several other major corporations have followed suit.
Automotive firms Ford, General Motors, and Toyota each contributed $1 million, while energy giant Chevron confirmed a donation but declined to disclose the amount.
“Chevron has a long tradition of celebrating democracy by supporting the inaugural committees of both parties. We are proud to be doing so again this year,” said Bill Turene, Chevron’s manager of global media relations.
Other notable contributors include Amazon,Uber, and Meta.
The Nigerian Police Force has detained an officer seen in a viral video with Wahab and Raheem Okoya, sons of billionaire businessman, Chief Razaq Okoya.
According to a statement released on X on Friday by the Police Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disciplinary action is underway to address the misconduct.
The video, which has attracted widespread criticism, shows the officer holding wads of naira notes as the Okoya brothers allegedly engaged in acts considered to be an abuse of the national currency.
In the video, Wahab and Raheem Okoya are dressed in white agbada outfits and flaunt stacks of crisp N1000 notes.
As the video continued, it captured the mobile policeman holding bundles of N1000 notes, while the billionaire’s sons danced and tossed the cash into the air.
Police condemned the officer’s involvement, describing it as unethical and contrary to the values of the force.
The police also assured the public of their commitment to upholding the integrity of the force and addressing any actions that undermine its credibility.
The statement read, “The policeman captured in the recent viral video shared by the sons of the Lagos businessman, Chief Okoya, where they were abusing the naira, has been identified and detained for disciplinary action.
“The involvement of the policeman has been condemned, as it’s unethical.
We will always strive hard to uphold the sanctity, credibility, and core values of the police. Thanks.”
You need to be abreast with all it takes to have a smooth application process if you are planning to further your studies in the U.S
You might need to take this vital information so very cogent as it is a guide to put you through the process.
Firstly, the types of visas based on the program you’re opting for is very important to note as it would be the number one important thing you should take note.
In this article, you’ll get to know the most popular visas, the requirements, and how to maintain your status.
A Student visa is not the same as a temporary or immigrant visa. It is a visa designed for students from other countries aspiring to study in the States.
The most popular visas in America are discussed below:
F-1 Visa
This is a visa designed for students who want to attend elementary school, high school, seminar, language training program, college, or university.
M-1 Visa
This type of visa is for you if your interest is in vocational training, or you want to attend a nonacademic institution apart from a language training program.
J-1 Visa
J-1 Visa is for those who are interested in an exchange program with the United States.
It is an initiative by the U.S. Department of State to promote cultural exchange between America and the rest of the world.
The U.S. student visa requirements
It is of your utmost interest to understand the requirements before you begin your journey to apply for a visa to the United States in other to get a smooth visa application process.
Here are what you need when applying for U.S. student visa:
1. Acceptance letter
Before you begin to apply for a visa, you must have received an acceptance letter from your preferred school.
Afterward, the school would issue a certificate of eligibility and send it to your mail.
2. Student visa fee
You’ll proceed to pay your student visa fees to the recommended channel.
You must keep the receipt of your payment because you will need it when the full application begins.
3. Your passport
You must have a passport that would still be valid for at least six months after you arrive in the United States.
4. Visa interview
You would get a U.S. visa appointment whereby you will be interviewed by a consular officer on why you wanted to leave your country and travel to the United States.
Note:
Look out for the following that can also be part of your application requirements: proof of sufficient funds, academic documents, and proof that you would return to your native country after completion of your program.
How to maintain your status
You don’t just travel to the United States for study purposes and focus on something entirely different.
You need to maintain the status for which the visa was issued. Here’s how you can do that:
1. Inform your school
You can enter the U.S. 30 days before your study program commences.
In the course of this, you have to inform your assigned school official once you arrive.
2. Attend all classes
You must attend all classes.
There is no reason to abscond except you’re not fit which the school must be aware of.
If you intend to extend your education, school officials can be of help.
3. Work permit
You’re not allowed to work off-campus but within the school in your first year as an F-1 visa holder.
But if you aim to work outside, it must be related to your course of study.
4. You can travel
You can travel as a U.S. student with an F-1 visa but just within the country.
But for short trips, you can go to Mexico, Canada; places closer to the USA but with permission that is in accordance with the immigration regulations.
Senators on Thursday continued to raise concerns about the performance of the 2024 Budget.
At a session with Wale Edun and Atiku Abubakar Bagudu, Minister of Finance and Budget Planning, respectively, lawmakers on the Senate Committee on Appropriations demanded explanations on proceeds from the removal of the fuel subsidy and transparency in the performance of Government-Owned Enterprises.
Findings revealed that at the Joint Committees on Appropriations of both Chambers of the National Assembly on the defense of the 2024 Budget, the lawmakers had on Wednesday raised observations on the huge discrepancies in the size of the Recurrent Expenditure relative to Capital Expenditure.
At the Thursday meeting with the Ministers in continuation of the 2024 Budget defense, the Chairman of the Committee, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, asked the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, to speak to issues that have agitated the minds of lawmakers: capital expenditure performance and the utilization of funds saved from the removal of the fuel subsidy.
Not impressed with his explanation, Senator Abdul Ningi pointedly asked the finance minister to provide the figures on proceeds from the removal of the fuel subsidy.
The Senator representing Bauchi Central also requested the actual sum spent on debt servicing in the 2024 Budget.
He said, “I have listened to the submissions of the Ministers, and I must say my concerns remain unaddressed.
As an Appropriation Committee, we are tasked with overseeing budgetary matters, and many of us here are chairpersons of committees that will carry this presentation back to our respective teams.
“In your opening remarks, Mr Chairman, you referenced budget performance, but we are yet to hear specific figures or percentages regarding capital expenditure and recurrent expenditure.
What is the current budget performance? These details are critical for our deliberations and for informing the larger public.
“On the removal of fuel subsidies, we have not been told how much has been saved, how these savings have been utilized, or what projections are in place.
Similarly, debt servicing remains a grey area.
How much debt did we service in 2024, what are the projections for 2025, and how does this impact the economy?
“Additionally, the 2024 budget’s performance was extended to June 2025.
Can the Minister of Finance assure us that this extension will yield tangible benefits for the economy?
These questions must be addressed with clear, detailed figures to guide our committees and the public on budget performance and expectations.”
Senator representing Lagos East, Adetokunbo Abiru, who commended the improvements in revenue collection in the third quarter of 2024, however, alleged that the independent revenues of Government-Owned Enterprises are shrouded in secrecy.
Senator Abiru further requested the total sum of remittances from the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG).
An overwhelmed Wale Edun requested an executive session with the Senators, prompting the lawmakers to ask the journalists to leave the Senate Committee room.
Before the session dissolved into a closed-door session, Senator representing Borno North and Senate Chief Whip, Tahir Monguno, attributed the delay in budget execution to what he called excessive concentration of power in the Office of the Accountant General.
He said: “There is a school of thought suggesting that one of the major obstacles to the successful implementation of the capital component of the budget is the introduction of the ‘bottom-top approach’ by the current administration.
This policy has centralized payment and processing in the Office of the Accountant General, replacing the previous decentralized system where ministries, departments, and agencies handled these tasks independently.
“This centralization has reportedly introduced significant bureaucratic delays and bottlenecks, hindering the smooth execution of the budget.
Furthermore, it is alleged to have created opportunities for corruption due to the excessive concentration of power in the Office of the Accountant General.
“I believe it is crucial to re-evaluate this ‘bottom-top approach’ policy with the aim of facilitating more efficient implementation of the capital component of the budget.
Doing so will ensure that the dividends of democracy are delivered directly to the vast majority of our people.”
Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, raised concern over the delay in budget submission by the Executive arm, which he noted constitutes a threat to the January-December Budget cycle.
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old Princess Okolie and her boyfriend Prince Atigbi for staging a fake kidnapping to extort the sum of two million from her parents.
The incident began on December 30, 2024, when Princess left her home and failed to return, prompting her mother to report her disappearance to the police.
The police received a call from an alleged kidnapper demanding a ransom of N2 million for her release.
However, upon investigation, the police discovered that the kidnapping was a ruse orchestrated by Princess and her boyfriend to extort money from her parents.
Prince Atigbi was arrested after collecting the ransom money, and he confessed that he was not a genuine kidnapper but had acted according to a plan devised by Princess.
The lady also admitted to faking her own kidnapping to extort money from her parents. According to her, when it was time to go home, her boyfriend didn’t have transport fare for her, so they conspired to call her parents and tell them she had been kidnapped.
Both suspects are currently in police custody, and the ransom money has been recovered.
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday signed a budget estimate of N3.366 trillion Appropriation Bill for 2025 into law.
Governor Sanwo-Olu gave his assent to the Appropriation Bill, tagged the “Budget of Sustainability,” at the State House, Alausa, Ikeja.
The event was witnessed by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadir Obafemi Hamzat, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, represented by the House Committee Chairman on Economic, Budget, and Planning, Hon. Sa’ad Olumoh; members of the State Executive Council (SEC), and other dignitaries.
The State House of Assembly had passed the Appropriation Bill on January 6, 2025, following its presentation by Governor Sanwo-Olu on November 21, 2024, before the 40-member parliament.
The “Budget of Sustainability” is aimed at addressing infrastructure, economic diversification, and other critical sectors in the state.
Chibuzor Chinyere The Senior Pastor of the Omega Power Ministry is speaking out against the demolition of the church’s free school located along the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway in Lagos.
The demolition was carried out by officials from the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) on Wednesday, allegedly for development purposes.
Chibuzor Chinyere expressed his disappointment and displeasure over the destruction of the school which is built for orphans and the less-privileged children in the society.
This incident has sparked a heated debate between the church, LAMATA and the public.
It was more heartbreaking to see videos of the children in the school weeping over the possible dashed hopes of they getting educated.
Read the reactions that have trailed:
Ikechukwu Affluence Sunday: It’s well with you sir. God bless you for your good work. And for the government that demolished their school without mind how those children are going cope and what will be the out of demolition… God will surely intervene in this case.
Alukwe Emmanuel: What a wickedness. God will judge everyone according to what he did. You cannot be in government forever.
Nov Tonia Chii Chika: The tears of the orphans must destroy them as many that plan the destruction of that building In Jesus Name Amen.
”I can never be rich, but I cannot marry awoman who is richer than me” A man has expressed his reluctance to marry a woman who earns more than him, citing his personal beliefs about wealth and relationships.
In a street interview, he explained that he feels he cannot settle down with a woman who earns a higher income because he believes his own wealth is dependent on divine intervention.
He stated that he believes he will only become wealthy if God blesses him with riches, but he has the conviction that he can never be rich.
The way he responded to the question was hilarious due to the aggressive manner in which he spoke.
Read the comments that trailed:
Elya: This guy don mad b4 cus Wetin be dis 🤣
Naah: but how did the presenter manage not to laugh more😅😅😅
Noah Morgan: A man should be 5x ahead of his woman 👍👍
Abel Oluebube: But at least he is feeding himself and taking care of himself now . Women wil claim to be this and that but can’t feed themselves and take care of themselves. Life must have taught this man bitter lessons that made him believe he can’t be rich . If he marries urgent 2k girls she will finish him kpatakpata. But if he marries a virtuous woman who will partner with him he will do better
Over 2,000 homes, businesses, and other buildings have been damaged or destroyed, and at least five people are dead in wildfires sweeping through communities across Los Angeles County.
The five bodies were discovered in three structures in Altadena, where the Eaton fire erupted Tuesday night, leaving residents with little time to escape. The L.A.
County Fire Department estimates that over 1,000 structures have been destroyed in the Palisades fire, with another 1,000 either damaged or destroyed in the Eaton fire.
Firefighting resources faced additional strain when the Sunset fire ignited in the Hollywood Hills area around 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, prompting evacuations in the Runyon Canyon area.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the Palisades fire had charred more than 15,800 acres, reaching the Pacific Coast Highway and consuming multimillion-dollar homes along this iconic route. L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone reported that, while there were no fatalities in the Palisades fire, many residents who did not evacuate sustained significant injuries, as did first responders on the fire line.
The Eaton fire, which broke out Tuesday night, had burned 10,600 acres near Altadena and Pasadena by Wednesday evening, exacerbated by wind gusts reaching up to 99 mph, according to Angeles National Forest staff on X.
The causes of death for the five individuals found in the Eaton fire remain undetermined. Marrone noted during a Wednesday evening news conference that the agency has requested K-9s trained in human remains detection to ensure no other victims are unaccounted for.
Meanwhile, the Hurst fire quickly spread amid high winds overnight in Sylmar, burning approximately 700 acres by Wednesday evening.
The causes of all the fires are currently under investigation, and none are contained as of now.
“What we saw here in the last 24 hours is unprecedented,” LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell stated Wednesday afternoon. “I’ve never seen anything like this.”
On Wednesday, roughly 2,500 firefighters battled the Eaton and Palisades blazes, facing challenging conditions fueled by extreme winds, parched brush, and low humidity.
As these large fires continued, crews across the region worked to contain smaller blazes that erupted in Fontana, Sun Valley, and Brentwood.
L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna reported that 70,000 residents were under evacuation orders or warnings in the Eaton fire area, while 60,000 residents faced similar notices in the Palisades fire region.
Three individuals have been arrested on suspicion of looting in the evacuation zones.
Popular Nigerian TikToker, Peller is not a member of the renowned Peller family, this was confirmed by Popular and renowned Nigerian entrepreneur and Politian Shina Peller.
Habeeb Hamzat Popularly called Peller is a 19-year-old Nigerian TikToker, content creator and comedian who gained massive popularity online.
Peller
He has gained a massive following on TikTok, with over 5 million followers, and has collaborated with other popular creators and celebrities.
In an interview with Channels Television, Shina Peller explained that the name “Peller” was given to his father as a magician, and it’s a name that the family has adopted since then.
He shared further that the TikToker, despite sharing the same last name, is unrelated to them. He however praised the TikToker for being “smart” in using the name to gain fame.
Shina Peller
In his words, “So Peller, the comedian, is not a member of the Peller family.
It’s a successful name.
He’s just being smart. He’s been able to pop with the name.
You can’t blame him, but I can tell you categorically that he’s not a member of the Peller family.”
The clarification is timely, as many Nigerians had been speculating about a possible link between the viral content creator and the influential Peller family.
Joe Biden has expressed boldness that he would have defeated Donald Trump and secured re-election in November had he remained in the presidential race.
In an exclusive interview with USA Today, Biden admitted to doubts about his stamina for another four years in office.
“So far, so good,” Biden, 82, said. “But who knows what I’m going to be when I’m 86 years old?”
During the wide-ranging interview with Susan Page, Biden revealed he was still contemplating pre-emptive pardons for figures aligned against Trump, including former Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney and ex-health official Dr Anthony Fauci.
He recounted a meeting with Trump in the Oval Office shortly after the election, where he conveyed his perspective on pardons.
“I tried to make it clear that there was no need, and it was counterintuitive for his interest to go back and try to settle scores,” Biden stated.
According to him, Trump “just basically listened” and refrained from pushing back. Biden added that his final decision would depend on Trump’s cabinet picks.
Biden also noted that Trump had been “complimentary” about his economic performance during the same meeting.
“He [Trump] thought I was leaving with a good record,” Biden remarked.
The USA Today interview, published on Wednesday, marks Biden’s sole exit interview with a print publication since announcing his withdrawal from the race on 21 July.
Media access to Biden has been heavily restricted, and he has not held a press conference since stepping aside.
In the interview, Biden defended his controversial full and unconditional pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, who was facing criminal charges for tax evasion and unlawfully purchasing a firearm.
Despite previously pledging not to intervene, Biden insisted the pardon was warranted.
Biden, who began his political career in 1972 as a US senator, has faced mounting criticism, including from within his party, over his delayed decision to exit the presidential race amidst concerns about his age and mental fitness.
Addressing this, Biden said he believed “based on polling” that he would have won, though he acknowledged his age could have influenced his performance in office.
“When Trump was running again for re-election, I really thought I had the best chance of beating him.
Bumot I also wasn’t looking to be president when I was 85 years old, 86 years old,” he said.
“But I don’t know.
Who the hell knows?”
Biden’s decision to step aside paved the way for Vice President Kamala Harris to lead the Democratic ticket.
Following her loss to Trump, prominent Democrats, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, suggested the party might have stood a better chance had Biden exited the race earlier.
A Nigerian online financial coach GehGeh during an interview with the Nedu podcast shares his sentiment on men sponsoring their female lovers through school.
He emphasized that training a lady through school has consequences that may backfire on the man in the long run.
The coach bemoaned the entitlement mentality of most girls who expect their men to provide for their every whim.
To him, settling the girl’s father and getting him a means of making money so he would provide for his daughter is a better option than spending directly on the girl.
As expected, most men agree with his view, and here are some of their additions to the subject matter:
dada olowo: Forget cruise! GehGeh too get word with deep point for mouth👌🏻📌😂
lowemartins07: Una go think say na content, the guy dey speak facts. The moment you enter relationship for Nigeria you don adopt pikin be that.
helen_raggae_d_great: Why are men running away from responsibilities 😂😂😂
masterplan007us: He’s right. The one that doesn’t want your money is only pretending, but getting that money elsewhere. Be Believe. Nigeria can be likened to a Zoo these days.
A Nigerian man gets scolded by his girlfriend over delayed responses on a diss track she created, reprimanding him.
In a video shared online, the man @heis_ifeoluwa mentioned that his girlfriend became upset when he started responding to her messages late.
His delayed responses prompted her to create a diss track to voice her displeasure and caution his actions.
The man shared an audio of the diss track with his girlfriend singing along and visible lyrics.
The video was captioned,
“I started giving my girlfriend late replies, so she got angry and dropped a diss track about me”.
The song was titled “A diss track to my babe cause he ain’t acting right” by his irate lover”.
She stated in the diss track that the man claimed to love her but later proved dishonest. He would rather play games than respond to her texts.
She joked that he acts his height and instantly responds to her messages.
Netizens have made amusing comments on the woman’s diss track, suggesting that the man should irritate his girlfriend so that she will release a full album to vent her frustration.
See reactions below,
@thelightmfo3 She suppose feature Odumodu black for this track… e for too bam 😂😂
@Jboy no one is talking about when she said “try bring ur pride to as low as ur height”😂😂😂
@Jacinta✨✨✨ Omoo😭 ignoring my texts just like your beards does to you😂😂😂😂
@Koles friend Diss track nor be for u she send m to the wrong babe 🤣😭
@debby_nailsart You better start acting right before you get another one from her 😂😂😂
@Akanbi🫶🏾 Frustrate her more make she drop full album
A viral video a Nigerian man praying on behalf of his daughter, who was close to hitting five million naira in virtual betting, has gained attention online.
The father on his kneels praying across a sofa and asks for spiritual intervention concerning the bet which may either retract its winnings or follow through successfully.
This moment has many online viewers unimpressed with the charade.
They are surprised to see a Nigerian father endorse such shenanigans and moral decadence.
Others who reckoned that times are changing, supports the man in encouraging what may better the life of his family.
Read some comments made under the video:
prince wilson ogbonnaya: Una parents dey support una in playing gamble that has rendered people useless hmm
phd.dropout: You carry your papa come Internet make random people make jest of am. Na wa sha
godsonjass: Just look what suffering has reduced our parents to 😢 😢
sontojesus: Nah any day money drop dem they always remember church to go do thanksgiving 😂😂😂
tommystar_cash: Is a great joy to see ur children win
See video below.
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