U.S. Visa: Interviews Must Now Hold in Applicant’s Home Country

Only in country of residence/nationality No refunds or transfers abroad Longer waits if applied outside The U.S. government has introduced a new visa rule requiring all non-immigrant visa applicants to attend interviews strictly in their country of residence or nationality. This policy takes immediate effect and is meant to stop applicants from applying in other … Read more

“There’s An Elevated Risk Of Terror Attacks In Abuja” – US Issues Security Alert

The US has claimed that there’s an elevated risk of terror attacks in Abuja. Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States (US) Embassy in Nigeria has issued a security alert, claiming that there is an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja, the nation’s capital. EDITOR’S PICKS Liz Truss Resigns As … Read more

JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy Bans Visa On Arrival For Nigerians

The Ethiopian embassy has suspended visas on arrival for Nigerians with immediate effect. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a release issued on Tuesday by the embassy, passengers are to obtain their Visa at the Ethiopian embassy in Abuja before embarking on any trip to the country.. EDITOR’S PICK Prominent Nigerian Singer, Reekado Banks Loses Mother … Read more

Nigeria Closes Embassy In Mexico, As 6 Test Positive For COVID-19

The Nigerian Embassy in Mexico has been closed over fresh outbreak of Corona virus   EKO HOT BLOG reports that due to a new COVID-19 epidemic, which has infected six members of the diplomatic staff, the Nigerian Embassy in Mexico has issued a seven-day closure.   The Nigerian ambassador, Mr. Adejare Bello, gave the order for … Read more

US Consulate To Boost Nigeria’s Economy With $95m Infusion.

US Consulate To Boost Nigeria’s Economy With $95m Infusion. Nigeria and the United States have a long-standing history of people-to-people engagement fostering bridges between our two nations. We look forward to the many accomplishments we will continue to achieve together in the future. – Consul-General EDITOR’S PICK Anambra Commences Prayer Session To End Monday Sit … Read more

3 Killed In UAE Capital In Suspected Drone Attack Claimed By Yemen Rebels

UAE Capital

Two Indians Among three killed in UAE capital in suspected drone attack claimed by Yemen rebels EKO HOT BLOG reports that Yemen’s rebel Houthi movement, on Monday, said that it had carried out a military attack on the United Arab Emirates, UAE, as authorities in Abu Dhabi, the capital, announced suspected drone strikes targeted an … Read more

Russian Diplomat Found Dead on Street Outside Berlin Embassy

Russian diplomat

Russian diplomat found dead on street outside Berlin embassy Western intelligence services already connected the FSB to the death of a Georgian expatriate who was shot dead in a Berlin park in 2019 EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to Der Spiegel magazine, a Russian ambassador discovered dead on the pavement outside the Russian embassy … Read more

China Promises To Keep Embassy In Afghanistan – Says Taliban

Taliban

The Spokesman of the Taliban says China gave the assurance on increased aid and keeping the embassy in the country. EkohotBlog reports that a Taliban spokesman announced on Friday that China has promised to keep its embassy in Afghanistan open and to increase humanitarian aid to the war-ravaged country following the group’s victory. A top … Read more