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43 Deported From UK To Nigeria, Ghana Over Immigration Offences

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43 Deported From UK To Nigeria, Ghana Over Immigration Offences

Authorities in United Kingdom said it has deported 43 individuals to Nigeria and Ghana, citing immigration offences, including failed asylum applications and criminal convictions. In a joint statement released by the Home Office and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) on Friday, UK authorities confirmed the removal but did not specify the exact date…

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UK Home Office Announces New English Test Criteria For Visa Applications

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UK Home Office Announces New English Test Criteria For Visa Applications

The UK Home Office has updated its requirements for travellers who are mandated to take English tests as part of their visa applications to the United Kingdom (UK). In a statement issued on Monday, the Home Office said the LANGUAGECERT ESOL SELT (secure English language test) 4-skills test will be replaced by the new LANGUAGECERT…

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Nigerian, Other International Students Face Uncertainty As U.S. Cancel Visas

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Nigerian, Other International Students Face Uncertainty As U.S. Cancel Visas

Several hundreds of international students across the United States, U.S are facing sudden visa cancellations and legal status terminations, sparking panic and confusion on college campuses in America. “We thought it was unusual at first,” said Boston-based attorney Matthew Maiona. “Now it’s coming fast and furious.” At least 901 students from 128 colleges have been…

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United States Embassy Unveils New Visa Interview Requirements For Nigerians

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United States Embassy Unveils New Visa Interview Requirements For Nigerians

The United States mission has announced changes to its visa interview requirements for Nigerian travellers. The updates were announced in a statement on Friday. Effective April 22, visa applicants in Abuja and Lagos must take along a DS-160 visa application form with a confirmation/barcode number that begins with “AA” followed by two zeroes. The US…

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British Govt Warn Nigerians of Fake UK Visa, Work, School Offers

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British Govt Warn Nigerians of Fake UK Visa, Work, School Offers

The British High Commission in Nigeria has issued a warning urging Nigerians to be cautious of scams related to UK work and study opportunities if they are planning to migrate to the United Kingdom. The warning, which was made in a press statement, follows increasing reports by universities in the UK of fraudulent schemes targeting…

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Widespread Panic Trails UK Govt’s Plans To Massively Deport Migrants

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Widespread Panic Trails UK Govt’s Plans To Massively Deport Migrants

The United Kingdom Labour-led Government has vowed to continue its clampdown on irregular migration, saying the rules need to be respected and enforced. The Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, in an interview on GBN station and on the Home Office website, said 19,000 irregular migrants inherited from the Conservative government have been deported since Labour took…

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Nigerian Travelers, 13 Other Countries Get Saudi Visa Restriction

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Nigerian Travelers, 13 Other Countries Get Saudi Visa Restriction

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has changed its visa policy, allowing only single-entry visas for travelers from 14 countries, including Nigeria. These visas will be valid for 30 days and cannot be extended. The new rule affects tourists, business visitors, and those traveling for family visits. It targets travellers from the following nations: Algeria, Bangladesh,…

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BREAKING: US Terminates Drop Box Visa Service Option In Nigeria

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BREAKING: US Terminates Drop Box Visa Service Option In Nigeria

The drop box visa processing option for US visa applicants in Nigeria has been terminated. Sources confirm that the service, which previously allowed eligible applicants to renew their visas without an in-person interview, has been quietly removed from the appointment booking system. While the US Embassy in Nigeria has yet to issue an official statement…

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Illegal Nigerian Immigrants In US Stay Indoors, Shun work, To Escape Deportation

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Illegal Nigerian Immigrants In US Stay Indoors, Shun work, To Escape Deportation

Many illegal Nigerian immigrants in the United States have disclosed that they have drastically reduced their movements to avoid the threat of arrest and deportation. From the moment of President Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President, they have taken steps to minimize their public presence, with some even stopping work and avoiding places like…

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Japa: Health worker, Husband, 3 Children To Exit UK After Sponsor Loses Licence

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Japa: Health worker, Husband, 3 Children To Exit UK After Sponsor Loses Licence

In the United Kingdom, a care worker’s family have been told they must return to Ghana after they were unable to afford the cost of replacement visas. Esther Kondu, her husband Osei, and their three primary school age daughters were told they had to get new visas when the company that had sponsored her to…

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