Nigerians spent more than ₦50bn on US visa applications between 2023 and 2024, despite a sharp decline in approvals as Washington tightened immigration rules.

Tensions in the Middle East escalated on Saturday as Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the United States of violating prior agreements amid a continuing naval blockade.  

Global oil prices fell sharply on Friday after the Strait of Hormuz was reopened to commercial shipping, easing fears of prolonged supply disruptions.  

Egypt has raised domestic fuel prices by up to 30%, citing “exceptional” global energy pressures caused by the ongoing Middle East war, which has disrupted oil supplies and shipping routes.

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