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PAP Administrator, Otuaro, Kicks Start Stakeholders Meeting In Warri, Invites Beneficiaries

The administrator, Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr. Dennis Otuaro has extended an invitation to beneficiaries of phases 1, 2, and 3 to attend a stakeholders meeting in Warri, Delta State.
The stakeholders meeting with the theme: Fostering, Consolidating, and Collaborating for the Peace, Security, Stability & Development of the Niger Delta, is scheduled to take between place June 21 and 25, 2024.
The meeting aimed to bring together beneficiaries of the amnesty programme to discuss progress, challenges, and future plans.
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The meeting is also an avenue to engage with stakeholders and ensure their continued support and participation in the programme.
It is also expected to foster an atmosphere of collaboration and open communication among beneficiaries, paving the way for a productive and successful tenure of office.
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American Pilot Kidnapped In Niger Republic – Report

An American missionary was kidnapped in Niger’s capital Niamey, three security sources said on Wednesday.
The missionary, who is a pilot for the evangelical missionary agency Serving in Mission, was seized by three unidentified men as he headed to the airport on Tuesday night in Niger’s Plateau neighbourhood, a diplomat speaking on condition of anonymity told Reuters.
The kidnappers then headed toward the western Tillaberi region of Niger, where Islamist militants linked to Islamic State and al Qaeda are active, the diplomat added.
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Two other sources for the abduction had no details.
The U.S. State Department said it was aware of reports that a U.S. citizen was kidnapped in Niamey, Niger, and was working with local authorities. It did not elaborate.
Kidnappings appear to have intensified this year in areas of West Africa where militants operate, with an Austrian woman abducted in January and a Swiss citizen in April, both in Niger.
In addition, five Indian citizens working for a company providing services to Niger’s Kandadji dam project were kidnapped during an attack by armed men in April that also killed a dozen soldiers.
Reuters
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UK Cuts Post-study Work Period For Foreign Students

The United Kingdom on Tuesday cut the post-study work period from two years to 18 months for foreign students, including Nigerians, from January 2027.
This was disclosed by the UK’s Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, on October 14 while explaining the reasons for the need for immigrants to pass an A-level standard of English Language.
According to a statement posted on the UK Government’s website on Wednesday, the time for international students to find a graduate-level job after completing their studies will be reduced to 18 months from the current two years.
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The statement read, “Laid in changes before Parliament this week, the measures form part of the government’s flagship immigration white paper and Plan for Change to deliver on the priorities of working people for tighter control of who comes to this country while continuing to attract top global talent.
“The time for international students to find a graduate-level job after completing their studies will also be cut to 18 months from the current two years. The immigration skills charge (ISC), which is paid by employers sponsoring skilled foreign workers and reinvested in training the domestic workforce, is being raised by 32%.
“The ISC increase is the first since 2017 and will be used to boost investment in British workers and reduce reliance on overseas recruitment. The Parliamentary process to increase the charge will begin later this week. To ensure graduates contribute effectively to the economy, the maximum post-study stay will be reduced to 18 months from the current 2 years for most from 1 January 2027. It comes after data clearly showed that many holders had not transitioned into graduate-level employment as intended.”
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Recently, the UK announced that an additional fee is expected to be passed on to overseas students, making studying in the UK more expensive than before.
The tuition fees for undergraduate degrees in the 2025/26 academic year have already risen by 3.1%, from £9,250 to £9,535.
Additionally, stricter English language requirements are being introduced for international students entering the country for study, work, and settlement.
Data shows fewer foreign students opted for the UK as a study option in 2024.
UK immigration rules were modified in January 2024 to prevent students from bringing dependants, except for those studying postgraduate research courses or courses with government-funded scholarships.
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UK Links Nigeria, Others To Poisonous Alcoholic Drinks

Nigeria and seven other countries have been added to a UK Foreign Office list warning of the risks of methanol poisoning from counterfeit or tainted alcoholic drinks.
Other affected countries that have warned of potential risks include Ecuador, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Russia, Uganda, and Kenya.
The countries are included in the updated travel guidance following incidents involving Britons in those countries.
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The advice previously covered Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Turkey, Costa Rica and Fiji and followed a number of high-profile incidents, including the death of six tourists in Laos last year.
The UK foreign Office warned travellers to watch out for signs of methanol poisoning such as blurry vision and confusion, which could lead to serious illness and death.
Methanol is an industrial chemical found in antifreeze and windscreen washer fluid. It is not meant for human consumption and is highly toxic.
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With instances of unscrupulous backyard brewers adding methanol to drinks to extend their reach, and some bars and street vendors mixing it with spirit-based drinks and cocktails to cut costs, the Foreign Office has said it is crucial to be cautious.
The Foreign Office advised British nationals going abroad to purchase sealed drinks from licensed establishments, avoid homemade alcohol and pre-mixed spirits, cocktails and drinks served in buckets or jugs.
Travellers are advised to watch out for warning signs of poisoning, which include nausea, vomiting, dizziness and confusion.
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