The United States (US) government has revoked the visas of about 80,000 foreign nationals, including a number of Nigerians, following a broad review of visa holders linked to criminal and security violations.

In a statement released on Thursday, the U.S. Department of State said the move was part of the Trump administration’s commitment to ensuring the safety of Americans.

The statement described the action as “promises made, promises kept,” reaffirming that former President Donald Trump “will always put the safety and interests of the American people first.”
Reasons Behind the Revocations

According to the department, the affected individuals were involved in various offences such as assault, theft, and driving under the influence (DUI).

A breakdown of the figures showed that 16,000 people lost their visas due to DUI, 12,000 for assault, and 8,000 for theft.

Officials added that other visa cancellations were connected to more serious offences including terrorism, support for terrorist activities, threats to public safety, and overstaying permitted visa durations.
U.S. Reaffirms Tough Immigration Stance

The State Department stressed that the revocation exercise was part of ongoing efforts to protect U.S. borders and uphold immigration integrity.

It reiterated that the government would continue to take firm action against any foreign nationals who pose risks to national security or public order.

This latest wave of visa cancellations highlights the administration’s hard-line approach toward immigration enforcement and its continued prioritisation of public safety above diplomatic or political considerations.

Nigerian billionaire cum lawmaker, Ned Nwoko, has issued an arrest warrant against his mother-in-law, Rita Daniels.

Naija News reports that the senator’s wife, Regina Daniels and her family have been involved in a serious issue with Ned Nwoko after packing out of their matrimonial home.

Senator Ned, who accused Regina of substance abuse after calling him out for domestic violence, also said that the movie star was evading rehabilitation.

In a post shared online, Rita said that Ned Nwoko has ordered that she should be arrested on or before Monday.

The post read, “Ned had issued an arrest warrant against me. I should be arrested on or before Monday.”

Recall that Regina’s brother, Sammy West, was arrested in Lagos on Monday by Ned Nwoko and flown to Abuja.

Reacting to Sammy’s arrest on her Instagram page, Regina Daniels disclosed that her brother was arrested to force her to submit herself for rehabilitation.

Meanwhile, Regina’s elder brother, Sweezy, in a post via Instagram, accused Senator Ned Nwoko of intimidation, stating that the brother’s case is no longer an arrest.

Sweezy stated that Sammy West has neither a legal aide nor access to food or water.

According to him, Ned vowed to keep Sammy locked up until Regina returns to his home.

The Kano State Police Command has smashed a SIM card syndicate, arrested six suspects and recovered N1.7m.

The spokesperson of the command, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, October 5, 2025 said the success followed a complaint by a victim that the syndicate stole his SIM Card and fraudulently withdrew over N5.7m from his bank.

According to the PPRO, the suspects also deceive victims, obtain their personal details such as BVN and NIN, and use these to open fraudulent bank accounts.

“The Kano State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against cybercrime with the arrest of a six-member syndicate specialized in SIM Card fraud and bank-related scams,” the statement read.

“This success follows a complaint lodged by one Nura Abdullahi of Kabuga Quarters, Kano on 28th October 2025, who reported the theft of his MTN SIM Card and fraudulent withdrawal of N5,750,000 from his bank account.

“The investigation uncovered the involvement of six accomplices who conspired to deceive victims, obtain their personal details such as BVN and NIN, and use these to open fraudulent bank accounts, obtain ATM Cards, and execute illegal transactions.

“The arrested suspects are: i. Mubarak Saleh, 25, of Rimin Auzinawa Quarters, Kano. ii. Babangida Lawan, 30, of Kabuga Quarters, Kano. iii. Ahmad Shehu Adamu, 36, of Tudun Yola Quarters, Kano. iv. Ezra Titus, 43, of Sabongari Quarters, Kano. v. Abubakar Abdullahi Abdul, 37, of Giginyu Quarters, Kano. vi. Ahmad Abdullahi, 26 years old, of Kabuga Quarters Kano.

“During the operation, six mobile phones and the sum of one million seven hundred thousand naira (N1,700,000) were recovered from the suspects.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, sfipma, mnim, mnips, masis, commended the efforts of the investigating team for its professionalism and swift action. He also calls on residents of Kano State to remain vigilant and cautious of fraudsters who deceive innocent people into divulging sensitive personal details, including their BVN and NIN.

“The Command assures the public that investigations are ongoing and that all suspects will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation. The Kano State Police Command remains committed to protecting lives and property, especially the financial security of all residents.”