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U.S. Reaffirms Support for Nigerian Students at 2025 Education Fair in Abuja
The United States government has reiterated its commitment to supporting young Nigerian students, innovators, and future leaders who aspire to study in American institutions.
This pledge was made by the U.S. Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Officer, Brian Neubert, at the 2025 EducationUSA Nigeria Fair held on Monday in Abuja. The event, themed “Empowering Futures: Discover American Excellence in Education and Innovation,” is part of a global series aimed at connecting students with opportunities in U.S. higher education.
Speaking at the fair, Neubert emphasized the longstanding educational ties between Nigeria and the U.S., stating that American colleges continue to welcome Nigerian students for their academic excellence and global potential.
“The United States is proud to partner with Nigeria in empowering students, who are the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers,” he said.
The event featured representatives from 28 American universities and colleges, offering direct engagement with students, parents, and school counsellors. Attendees received information on admissions, academic programs, scholarships, and financial aid.
Neubert highlighted the role of EducationUSA in providing free guidance and counselling to Nigerian students through the U.S. application process, ensuring they are well-prepared for academic life abroad.
He also advised prospective students to maintain their visa status responsibly if granted entry to the U.S., urging them to adhere to immigration regulations and return to Nigeria with valuable experiences and skills.
“As you consider your next steps, know that you are joining a long tradition of Nigerian students who have excelled in U.S. institutions and gone on to make significant contributions to their communities and the world,” he added.
Despite the positive outlook, challenges remain.
More than 300 Nigerian students admitted into U.S. universities faced prolonged delays in securing student visas, with many waiting months despite completing embassy interviews. The backlog has been attributed to procedural changes during the Trump administration, which included temporary suspensions of student visa processing and proposed restrictions on international admissions.
Nonetheless, the U.S. government continues to encourage Nigerian students to pursue academic opportunities in the country, highlighting education as a vital pillar of U.S.-Nigeria relations.
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Police must pay transport fares, says AIG
” No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.
• The Assistant Inspector-General of Police(AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, speaking with transporters at Obalende garage, Lagos State, on Wednesday.
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has declared that officers must pay fares before boarding commercial vehicles, warning against abuse of authority.
Jimoh spoke on Wednesday at Obalende garage during a sensitisation meeting with drivers and transport workers marking National Police Day 2026.
He stressed that relations between police and the public must be based on partnership, not coercion, urging both sides to support each other voluntarily.
“No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.
Jimoh called for stronger cooperation to maintain safety and order on roads, insisting there was no conflict between officers and transport unions.
“I don’t collect money from officers. We don’t arrest people arbitrarily. If you have issues with any officer, report directly to me,” he said.
(Vanguard)
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Tinubu scurries to Jos after Mutfwang’s security brief
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave for Jos tomorrow to commiserate with the state government and residents over recent deadly gun attacks that lefts dozens dead.
This was following Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s security briefing to the President on the recent violent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Plateau State.
During the meeting on Wednesday at the presidential villa in Abuja, Governor Caleb Mutfwang told Mr President that although security forces have restored calm after fresh disturbances involving looters on Wednesday morning, following the deadly Palm Sunday attack that left more than a dozen dead and many others injured.
He said that investigations are continuing to determine the identities or motives of the attackers who are yet to be apprehended .
Presidency source said that President Tinubu was initially scheduled for a planned trip to Ogun State to flag off operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport on Thursday.
From Jos, the President will travel to Lagos to observe Good Friday.
On Saturday, April 4, he will visit Ogun State to commission projects including the cargo airport.
He will then return to Lagos during the Easter holiday to commission several state infrastructure projects, including the Ojota/Opebi Link Bridge.
Before heading back to Abuja, the president will visit Bayelsa State on April 10 to commission projects completed under Governor Duoye Diri.
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JUST IN: Tinubu Heads to Jos Tomorrow, Postpones Ogun Trip for 5-State Visits
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will tomorrow embark on a visit to Jos, Plateau State, as the first leg of a five-state tour across the country.
The Presidency announced that the President has postponed his scheduled trip to Ogun State to enable him to commence the series of official visits.
Details of the remaining four states in the tour are expected to be released by the Presidency in due course.
The development comes as President Tinubu continues nationwide engagements aimed at assessing development projects, interacting with stakeholders, and addressing key national issues in the respective states.
Further updates on the itinerary will be communicated as the visits progress.
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