Richard Michael Atim

Life Currently under reconstruction…

[Osaretin Victor Asemota @asemota]

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[Nigerians in the UK 🇳🇬🇬🇧 @NIUKCommunity]

🚨 UK Immigration Changes: What You Need to Know

The UK Government’s 2025 White Paper, “Restoring Control Over the Immigration System”, proposes significant changes to the UK’s immigration system. The aim is to reduce net migration by tightening entry routes and making settlement more difficult for some migrants.

While some changes have already been implemented, the biggest proposed reforms around settlement (ILR) are still under review.

Changes Already Introduced

🔹 Skilled Worker Route
• Fewer occupations now qualify for sponsorship.
• Overseas recruitment of social care workers has ended.

🔹 Student Route
• Tougher compliance requirements for sponsoring institutions.
• Graduate Visa to be reduced from 2 years to 18 months from January 2027.
• Proposed annual £925 student levy from 2028.

🔹 English Language Requirements
• Higher English language standards (B2 level) proposed for many visa routes and future settlement applications.

🔹 High-Skilled Routes
• Some Global Talent and High Potential Individual routes have been expanded or simplified.

The Biggest Proposed Change: “Earned Settlement” (ILR)

Currently, many migrants can qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain after 5 years on an eligible visa route.

Under the proposed Earned Settlement model, settlement may no longer be based on a simple 5-year rule.

The Government is considering a system where eligibility could depend on factors such as:

✅ Income and earnings history
✅ English language ability
✅ Employment record
✅ Criminal record checks
✅ Contribution to UK society

Possible qualifying periods being considered include:

• 3 years – for certain very high earners.
• 5 years – for some high-skilled workers and priority groups.
• 10 years – standard settlement route.
• Longer periods for individuals who do not meet certain requirements.

Important for Existing Visa Holders

One of the most debated aspects of the proposal is that the Government has suggested these new settlement rules could apply to people who are already in the UK but have not yet obtained ILR.

At present, there is no confirmation of full protection for most visa holders.

EU Settlement Scheme holders remain protected under existing arrangements.

What Happens Next?

• The public consultation closed in February 2026 and received over 200,000 responses.
• The Government is currently reviewing feedback.
• Further announcements are expected later in 2026.
• Any major settlement reforms are most likely to be introduced from 2027.

What Should You Do?

If you are currently on a route to settlement, now is a good time to:
✔️ Check your current ILR eligibility.
✔️ Keep records of employment and earnings.
✔️ Prepare for future English language requirements.
✔️ Seek professional immigration advice where necessary.

[Obiasogu David @afrisagacity]

This is the best campaign video I’ve seen in a while.

In 2027, it must be operation NO VOTE BUYING, NO RIGGING!

Please RETWEET!✍️

[Crazy Kennar @crazy_kennar]

CURRENCIES IN DIFFERENT COUNTRIES 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[Osaretin Victor Asemota @asemota]

I wrote a tweet earlier this week about improving your chances of luck with just structure. One of those things that is priceless is the chance of serendipitous discovery. It is never forced. Prof Osuide says this all the time about time and place.

[Basket Mouth @basket_mouth]

@iamnasboi 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[MrCasey @MrCasey62]

Timeline cleanse.

[Reuters @Reuters]

Women in Jos, Nigeria, have formed an all-female vigilante group to tackle violence, confronting drug dealers and thieves armed with nothing but whips and ID cards

[Reuters @Reuters]

Activists say witchcraft-related child abuse remains widespread in Nigeria, with aid groups like CRARN helping children rebuild their lives https://t.co/dOrRL17RY7

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

Well done for all you do for Efik tradition and culture, silently influencing and attracting a young generation of Efiks and admirers, while bringing the old to date. Your exposure to all these will have a place in that bigger global map of the culture ahead. Well done! 👏🏻

[ÑwÁñ ÓbÖñG-ñKóRïKö🐚🐚🐚 @Tarahenzz]

I am back!!!! NDIA Season is here, and is it really NDIA Season if the MMA-NDIA is not updating and carrying you along? The code is #UTOMOOBONG2025 you don't want to miss this year, it's going to be Epic!!!!! @CrossRiverVine @Bassey_Ita_ @fifi_thp @prizyekanem @greywontmiss

[ÑwÁñ ÓbÖñG-ñKóRïKö🐚🐚🐚 @Tarahenzz]

I am back!!!! NDIA Season is here, and is it really NDIA Season if the MMA-NDIA is not updating and carrying you along? The code is #UTOMOOBONG2025 you don't want to miss this year, it's going to be Epic!!!!! @CrossRiverVine @Bassey_Ita_ @fifi_thp @prizyekanem @greywontmiss

[Reuters Africa @ReutersAfrica]

Africa's ageing presidents govern world's youngest populations https://t.co/w3YyLVKxl8

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

It seems African Politics is for sale. So much for the highest bidder approach and stomach-infrastructure. Extremely transactional to the huge detriment of ordinary progressive minded citizens.

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

A good name and character are invaluable assets. Good values and principles are wealth.

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

Move On!
Let Go, Let God.

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

Lord, dismiss us with thy blessings. 🙏

[Premier League @premierleague]

Greatness comes from everywhere.

🇳🇬 Nigeria 🇳🇬

🧵👇 THREAD (1/14)

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

Reading a short story of a scientist today, i learnt- If you ever hit your lowest point in life, do follow your true passion and real interest. There, you will hit the best thing that will ever happen to you to completely reset your ambitions and aspirations.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

My Visit to the USA, Rome: Taking Nigeria's Situation to God.

After my 2-day trip to the United States - where I addressed the Friendship Club on Saturday, 4 October, and spoke at the 1st Ubuntu African Youth Assembly in Washington on Sunday, 5 October - I departed that same night for Rome, arriving on 6th October to join my dearest wife, who was already in Rome waiting for me.

This year marks a Jubilee Year, an event celebrated every twenty-five years, and my dearest wife and I chose to dedicate our prayers to Nigeria. With hearts full of gratitude, we thanked God that, despite our differences and the many challenges faced over sixty-five years of independence, He has kept us together as one nation - a rare and profound blessing for which we remain deeply thankful.

We also sought forgiveness for our national transgressions and implored God to intervene in the suffering of the Nigerian people. We prayed for the injection into our political landscape selfless and compassionate leaders whose hearts He God would touch—leaders who would be truthful in word and deed, altruistic in service, and committed to using public resources for the common good. Leaders whose decisions would reflect competence, capacity, character, and commitment to the welfare of all. Leaders who understand that they were not created to live in isolation but in community with others, and must ensure that actions are for the benefit of the community.

On Tuesday, the 7th of October, as part of our pilgrimage, we passed through three Holy Doors of the four major Papal Basilicas in Rome, praying at each that God would open the door of His mercy to Nigeria. At St. Mary Major, we prayed, passed through the Holy Door, and reflected at the grave of the late Pope Francis. From there, we journeyed to the Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, where Cardinal James Harvey warmly received us, led us through the Holy Door, and shared the basilica’s rich history and the deep significance of the Jubilee Year. Our third stop was the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran, dedicated to Saints John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, where, together with other pilgrims, we passed through the Holy Door and joined in prayer. We then proceeded to the Scala Sancta - the Holy Steps which Jesus ascended before Pontius Pilate - where we prayed with profound reverence, completing a day of deep spiritual reflection at some of Rome’s most sacred sites.

On Wednesday the 8th of October, we rose early for the Papal General Audience at St. Peter’s Basilica, where we were blessed to hear the Catechesis of His Holiness on hope, perseverance, and steadfast faith in times of hardship. Afterwards, we passed through the final Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, praying and reflecting deeply on God’s mercy, thus completing our pilgrimage through the four doors with hearts filled with gratitude and renewed faith.

At St. Peter’s, we were privileged to be received in audience by His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex, to whom we humbly appealed for prayers for our beloved country, Nigeria.

Along the way, we met several Nigerian pilgrims: men and women of faith whose faces shone with quiet hope. Together, we renewed our trust in God’s divine mercy and in the promise of a renewed and better Nigeria.

I believe fervently in the power and providence of God. Yet, as we lift our nation before Him in prayer, we must not surrender to fatalism. Faith does not absolve us of responsibility; rather, it calls us to action. As Nigerians, we must each continue to do our part - with honesty, diligence, and love - for the healing and progress of our country.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Richard Michael Atim @1895816]

This perfectly sums up our first half.

[Vince™ @Blue_Footy]

We are not playing badly, just a few frustrating calls that changed the game.

But we are still in it. Hopefully, we do better in the second half.