The UK government has unveiled tighter visa regulations for foreign workers and students, aiming to reduce immigration and prioritize local employment. The new rules, set to take effect on April 9, will require employers to prove they have attempted to recruit within England before hiring foreign care workers. Key Changes: - Employers must demonstrate efforts to recruit locally before hiring foreign care workers. - Minimum salary threshold for Skilled Worker visas increased to £25,000 per year (£12.82 per hour). - Stricter regulations on student visas, granting officials more power to reject non-genuine applications. Government Crackdown on Immigration Abuse Seema Malhotra, Minister for Migration and Citizenship, emphasized the need to protect international care workers from abuse and exploitation. The government has already revoked over 470 care sector licenses in the past 18 months and will continue to bar employers who repeatedly violate immigration laws from hiring overseas workers...
In a tragic incident in Jigawa State, a 22-year-old newlywed woman, Zainab Ibrahim, was found murdered in her home just five weeks after her wedding. The incident occurred on March 12, 2025, in the Warware Quarters of Hadejia Local Government Area. According to the Jigawa State Police Command, officers responded to a distress call and discovered Zainab unconscious in a pool of blood, with a deep cut on her throat. She was immediately transported to the General Hospital Hadejia, where medical personnel pronounced her dead upon arrival. The police have launched a comprehensive investigation to identify and apprehend those responsible for this heinous act. The community has been urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. This incident has raised concerns about the safety of residents in the area, prompting discussions on the need for enhanced security measures to protect citizens, especially women, from such violent crimes. The tragic loss o...