OBOLOBO, AHIAZU MBAISE ADC LEADERS PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO IMO STATE CHAIRMAN—-PROF. JAMES OKOROMA.

— Congratulates Him on His Emergence as Imo ADC Chairman.

—-“Historic Courtesy Visit Marks a First in Contemporary Imo ADC”

— _Ahiazu ADC Leaders, in solidity pledged Support on shared aspirations._

” *My Emergence as Imo ADC State Chairman is Spiritual” — PROF. JAMES OKOROMA*

—In Philosophical Principle: “Madu Nwe Onye Nwe Ohia”
~~Whatever that is in potency needs something that is in Act already to actualize.
*OBOLOBO*
—African Philosopher PhD,

Comrade Ejike.
Onwukamike.
Media Aide,
African Democratic Congress ADC,
Ahiazu Mbaise LGA.

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Friday, September 19, adding a $100,000 fee to all H1-B visa applications, a White House official said.

The move marks the latest crackdown by the administration on migrants coming into the US for job opportunities, and is likely intended to limit visa applicants to those from higher financial brackets.

The new order restricts entry under the H-1B visa program unless the application fee is paid, the official said.

The administration views the current H1-B visa program — which admits hundreds of thousands of workers into the US each year — as a way for companies to exploit lower-wage employees, ultimately impacting US salaries.

The new application fee potentially deals a big blow to the technology sector that relies heavily on skilled workers from India and China.

Adding new fees “creates disincentive to attract the world’s smartest talent to the U.S.,” said Deedy Das, partner at venture capital firm Menlo Ventures, on X. “If the U.S. ceases to attract the best talent, it drastically reduces its ability to innovate and grow the economy.”

The $100,000 fee could significantly push up costs for companies. While the new fees may not deter Big Tech, which routinely spends heavily to secure top talent, it could squeeze smaller tech firms and start-ups.

Roughly two-thirds of jobs secured through the program are computer-related, government figures show, but employers also use the visa to bring in engineers, educators and healthcare workers.

India was the largest beneficiary of H-1B visas last year, accounting for 71% of approved beneficiaries, while China was a distant second at 11.7%, according to government data.

In the first half of 2025, Amazon.com (AMZN.O), opens new tab had more than 10,000 H-1B visas approved, while Microsoft (MSFT.O), opens new tab and Meta Platforms (META.O), opens new tab had over 5,000 H-1B visa approvals each.

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Friday, September 19, adding a $100,000 fee to all H1-B visa applications, a White House official said.

The move marks the latest crackdown by the administration on migrants coming into the US for job opportunities, and is likely intended to limit visa applicants to those from higher financial brackets.

The new order restricts entry under the H-1B visa program unless the application fee is paid, the official said.

The administration views the current H1-B visa program — which admits hundreds of thousands of workers into the US each year — as a way for companies to exploit lower-wage employees, ultimately impacting US salaries.

The new application fee potentially deals a big blow to the technology sector that relies heavily on skilled workers from India and China.

Adding new fees “creates disincentive to attract the world’s smartest talent to the U.S.,” said Deedy Das, partner at venture capital firm Menlo Ventures, on X. “If the U.S. ceases to attract the best talent, it drastically reduces its ability to innovate and grow the economy.”

The $100,000 fee could significantly push up costs for companies. While the new fees may not deter Big Tech, which routinely spends heavily to secure top talent, it could squeeze smaller tech firms and start-ups.

Roughly two-thirds of jobs secured through the program are computer-related, government figures show, but employers also use the visa to bring in engineers, educators and healthcare workers.

India was the largest beneficiary of H-1B visas last year, accounting for 71% of approved beneficiaries, while China was a distant second at 11.7%, according to government data.

In the first half of 2025, Amazon.com (AMZN.O), opens new tab had more than 10,000 H-1B visas approved, while Microsoft (MSFT.O), opens new tab and Meta Platforms (META.O), opens new tab had over 5,000 H-1B visa approvals each.

By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
19- SEPT -2025

The Imo State Police Command has restated its determination to stamp out criminal activities across the state, as the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, unveiled major breakthroughs in recent operations.

Addressing journalists in Owerri, CP Danjuma said the Command, in collaboration with sister security agencies and community stakeholders, had between July and mid-September 2025 carried out decisive raids and intelligence-led operations that crippled criminal networks. These efforts culminated in the arrest of 789 suspects linked to heinous crimes ranging from kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, terrorism, child trafficking, and murder.

According to him, nine kidnapped victims and seven stolen children were rescued and successfully reunited with their families. The operations also yielded the recovery of a cache of arms and ammunition, including AK-47 rifles, pump-action guns, locally made weapons, 72 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, 673 live cartridges, nine stolen motorcycles, IEDs, hard drugs, counterfeit notes, and Biafran currencies.

One of the most notable achievements was the dismantling of IPOB/ESN terrorist cells in parts of Okigwe, Mbaitoli, and Njaba LGAs, leading to the arrest of several key figures. On September 16, 2025, operatives stormed a camp at Obudi Agwa in Oguta LGA, where a fierce exchange of gunfire ended in the capture of 16 suspected terrorists, including sub-commanders Uzoechi Okechukwu and Paschal Igbuogwu. Weapons and other incriminating materials were recovered.

Earlier on September 9, 2025, a notorious terrorist kingpin, Onye Chukwuebuka Eriiriogu, was apprehended in Ogbaku, Mbaitoli LGA. He confessed to leading violent attacks carried out by his gang across Imo State.

The Police Command also scored a major success against human trafficking. Officers of the Anti-Vice Unit uncovered a disturbing case where a one-month-old baby, deceitfully declared dead at birth, was rescued and returned to her mother, Precious Ochasi of Ohuba, Ohaji. Investigations revealed a conspiracy involving a self-acclaimed pastor, a nurse, and an agent identified as Chioma, who plotted to sell the child for ₦900,000. Four suspects are in custody, while others remain on the run.

In another operation, four suspected cultists linked to the Vikings Confraternity were arrested in Amaraku, Isiala Mbano LGA. Locally fabricated pistols and cartridges were seized, and investigations continue to track their accomplices.

CP Danjuma commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for his unwavering support in logistics and personnel welfare, as well as the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, for providing leadership and direction.

He reassured Ndi Imo of the Command’s steadfast commitment to protecting lives and property, declaring:
“Our mission is clear—we will not relent until Imo is completely free from crime and safe for all law-abiding citizens. These achievements mark only the beginning of our renewed fight for peace and security.”