Major developments across diplomacy, security, justice, entertainment, sports and public finance dominated the headlines this afternoon, as the United States introduced a $15,000 visa bond for Nigerians, the Federal High Court in Abuja granted hefty bail to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami. Also, the Nigerian Police Foce foiled an attempted attack in Kaduna, AFCON 2025 quarter-final fixtures were confirmed. The PUNCH Online has compiled the top stories this afternoon below:US introduces $15,000 visa bond for Nigerians, othersThe United States has announced a $15,000 refundable visa bond for Nigerians and nationals of some other countries applying for B1/B2 visitor visas. The policy, aimed at curbing visa overstays, will take effect later this month(January). It requires selected applicants to post a bond based on individual risk assessments during the visa interview process.

Source: Punch January 07, 2026 16:53 UTC