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Trump Administration Recommends “Obesity Ban’ Preventing Overweight Foreigners From Entering The US

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The US State Department has issued guidance recommending that overweight people be denied immigrant visas to enter the United States.

The directive, which is part of several measures floated by the administration to tighten restrictions on travel to the US, names obesity as one of several medical conditions that could result in an applicant being deemed an expense.

The guidance lists other medical conditions, including ‘cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, cancers, diabetes, metabolic diseases, neurological diseases and mental-health conditions,’ in addition to obesity.

Officials are instructed to ask: ‘Does the applicant have adequate financial resources to cover the costs of such care over his entire expected lifespan without seeking public cash assistance or long-term institutionalization at government expense?’

Health experts connect being overweight to conditions like asthma, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure, citing how these ‘can require hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of care’ and could potentially strain the US healthcare system.

“It’s no secret the [current] administration is putting the interests of the American people first,” spokesman Tommy Pigott told the Daily Mail, confirming the legitimacy of the directive.

“This includes enforcing policies that ensure our immigration system is not a burden on the American taxpayer.”

A State Department official clarified that the directive applies to immigrant visas, not non-immigrant B-2 visas, which are for those who can support their medical treatments and plan to return to their home country.

The State Department has introduced multiple measures to strengthen standards for those seeking work visas since the current administration returned to the White House:

H-1B Visa Fee: A $100,000-a-year fee has been imposed on H-1B visas for skilled workers. This fee will be applicable for new visa requests, with the annual payment for each applicant required by companies for up to six years. The US currently awards 85,000 H-1B visas annually on a lottery system.
‘Gold Card’ Program: A separate order introduced a new ‘gold card’ designed to help fast-track certain visas for those willing to ‘make a significant financial gift.’ Up to 80,000 ‘highly valuable’ gold cards are set to be available.
Explaining the new policy, the President said: “The main thing is, we’re going to have great people coming in, and they’re going to be paying.”

This directive is part of an ongoing immigration crackdown that has also included a full ban on nationals from 12 countries (Afghanistan, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Myanmar, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen) and partial restrictions for visitors from another seven countries (Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela).

A senior State Department official said: “The Department of State is committed to protecting our nation and its citizens by upholding the highest standards of national security and public safety through our visa process.”

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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