Japan Denies Nigeria’s Visa Claims +Tinubu Calls for Diaspora Unity+ Atiku Marks Hausa Day

The Japanese Foreign Ministry has issued a firm denial of reports from Nigerian officials that a special visa program was created for the city of Kisarazu, clarifying that no such program is planned for Nigeria or African immigrants.

Following a two-day state visit to Brazil and participation in the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in Japan, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja. While in Brazil, President Tinubu spoke to Nigerians there, urging them to work together to bring the country to the forefront of Africa’s progress. The President also highlighted his administration’s focus on technology and food security. At the same event, the Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris also addressed Nigerians in the diaspora, highlighting a number of President Tinubu’s reforms two years in, including the removal of the fuel subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange market.

In a video going viral from Enugu, lawyers during the Nigerian Bar Association conference collectively responded to questions about the performance of the Tinubu administration during a panel moderated by Seun Okinbaloye. Meanwhile, the Federal Fire Service has issued a unique and humorous social media message to potential recruits, emphasizing the importance of physical fitness for the demanding job.

In a viral video from Lagos, a man was seen stripping down to his underwear and attacking a Vehicle Inspection Official (VIO) at Mile 2, after officials allegedly blocked his vehicle. In a display of integrity, Faiza Abdullahi, the cleaner who returned ₦4.8 million, was rewarded with ₦1 million and other gifts by the First Lady of Borno State, Dr. Falmata Babagana Zulum, who celebrated her honesty.

In a political development, President Tinubu extended his congratulations to Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong on his 40th birthday, praising him as one of the youngest lawmakers in the 10th National Assembly.

Finally, the ancient city of Daura, in Katsina State, hosted the 2025 International Hausa Day celebrations, an event designed to promote the Hausa language and cultural heritage. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar also sent a message encouraging the preservation of the Hausa language.

Source: Arise