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“Those Who Commits Visa Fraud Will Be Banned For Life,” – US Warns Nigerians

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U.S. Government Issues Lifetime Ban Warning for Nigerians Engaged in Visa Fraud

The United States government has delivered a firm warning to Nigerians and others considering illegal migration or fraudulent entry into the country, declaring that any individual found guilty of visa fraud will be permanently barred from entering the U.S.

In a statement posted on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, the U.S. reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on immigration-related fraud. It emphasized that coordinated enforcement actions involving multiple agencies are being strengthened to detect, deter, and punish such violations.

“Those who commit visa fraud will be banned from the United States for life,” the U.S. Mission declared.

“A nation without borders is not a nation. We will pursue criminal charges against those who engage in visa fraud and those who bring in and harbor illegal aliens.”

This stern message comes amid increasing cases of unauthorized migration attempts, document forgery, and the exploitation of irregular migration channels. The U.S. government is intensifying efforts to dismantle human trafficking rings and networks involved in facilitating illegal entry.

The warning also underscores Washington’s broader goal of reinforcing border security and holding accountable anyone who seeks to exploit or circumvent the country’s immigration laws.

Clarification on Visa Duration and Misconceptions

The warning follows a separate public advisory issued on July 17, 2025, by the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, addressing common misunderstandings about the terms of a U.S. visa.

According to the embassy, a visa’s expiration date does not determine the length of stay permitted in the U.S. Instead, that decision is made by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the point of entry.

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“Reminder! The length of time an international visitor is allowed to stay in the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer upon your arrival, NOT your visa expiration date,” the embassy stated.

“To see how long you can stay, check your I-94 (admit until date) at i94.cbp.dhs.gov.

This clarification aims to reduce the number of unintentional overstays, which are often due to misinformation about visa conditions. The U.S. Mission stressed that adhering to lawful procedures and honest application processes remains the only legitimate route to gaining entry into the country.

Authorities in the U.S. continue to urge prospective travelers to avoid agents or third parties who promise “shortcuts” or falsify documents for a fee, warning that violators not only risk visa denial but also permanent exclusion from future immigration consideration.

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Public officers are stealing Nigeria’s money every minute – EFCC boss

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The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, says public officers steal funds every minute.

Olukoyede spoke in Abuja on Thursday at the 80th birthday celebration of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Kanu Agabi.

He stated that the anti-graft agency receives over 20,000 corruption petitions every year, describing the scale of the theft detailed in many cases as shocking.

“I receive over 20,000 petitions in a year in respect to public corruption, all terrible. What is going on? Like every minute, public officers take money, and if you go through some of our case files you will weep.

“The way people take national resources and Nigerians are victims of these fraudulent activities. And we must come together for once in our lifetime and say no to the activities of some of our leaders,” Olukoyede said.

The EFCC boss noted that some public officers assume office with less than ₦100,000 in their accounts, but within three years, the agency traces millions of dollars to them.

He added that some individuals acquire hundreds of houses while in office, warning that corruption is crippling the nation.

Olukoyede stressed that public officers must be held accountable for their time in office, emphasizing that transparency must remain the guiding standard in public service.

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VIDEO: Police identify officer in viral video saying Obi can never be President

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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested an officer who appeared in a viral video making inappropriate remarks about Peter Obi and Igbo people while travelling on public transport.

The officer who has been identified as INSP. Osumah Frank, was filmed saying Obi or any Igbo person can never become President of Nigeria.

In a statement released today September 25, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola said the command has commenced appropriate disciplinary action against the officer in line with established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.

Abimbola stated that the statements made by the officer were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the position, views or official disposition of the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.

She added that the State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, has reiterated the position of the command that all its personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times. She further reaffirmed that wearing the Police uniform comes with a responsibility to uphold the dignity and integrity of the Force, and that the Command will not condone any conduct capable of bringing the Force into disrepute or undermining public confidence in the Police.

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Court rejects suit seeking fresh police investigation into late singer Mohbad’s death

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a fresh investigation into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

Justice James Omotosho dismissed the case filed by the Registered Trustees of Break the Silence Foundation in a judgment delivered on Thursday, ruling that the foundation lacked the legal capacity to institute the suit.

The judge also described the application as speculative and lacking sufficient merit, noting that the foundation failed to produce the original police investigation report to support its claim that the earlier investigation was inadequate.

Justice Omotosho further cautioned lawyers handling ongoing cases against discussing matters before the court during media interviews or on social media, describing such conduct as professional misconduct.

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