UK Imposes Visa Curbs on DR Congo Over Migrant Returns
Britain imposes visa restrictions on DR Congo over poor cooperation on migrant returns. Learn the details of the dispute and its implications for Nigerian travelers and UK immigration policy.
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Kenyan Priest Opts for Deportation from US
A Kenyan priest and Texas state employee, detained for two months by ICE, chooses voluntary departure. His lawyers call it a strategic legal move to protect future US entry rights. Read the full story.
US Cuts Immigrant Work Permits to 18 Months After Attack
The Trump administration reduces work permit validity for refugees & asylees from 5 years to 18 months, citing security after a deadly DC attack. Read the full details.
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa following a military coup. Read about ECOWAS response and regional stability efforts.
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Candidate
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Costa after military coup. President Tinubu's move underscores commitment to regional democracy. Read the full story.
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Candidate
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Dias da Costa after military coup. President Tinubu approves protection as ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau. Read the full story.
Trump Extends US Asylum Freeze Indefinitely
President Trump announces an indefinite freeze on asylum decisions for 19 countries, citing security concerns after a deadly D.C. shooting. Details on the policy and affected nationalities.
US Halts Asylum After Soldier's Death, Tightens Migration
The US halts all asylum decisions and suspends visas for Afghans after a soldier's death. President Trump announces a crackdown on migration from third-world countries. Full details.
Nollywood Star Seeks UK Asylum After End SARS Involvement
A Nigerian actress claims her celebrity status puts her at risk after participating in End SARS protests. Her asylum case returns to court for rehearing. Read the full story.
Cameroon Opposition Leader Flees to Gambia After Election
Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary has fled to Gambia for safety after losing the presidential election to Paul Biya. The Gambian government confirms hosting him on humanitarian grounds.
Peru issues arrest warrant for ex-PM on coup charges
Peruvian court orders international arrest for former PM Betssy Chávez over 2022 coup attempt. She remains in Mexican embassy seeking asylum amid diplomatic crisis.
UK Issues Visa Ban Threat to 3 African Nations
UK threatens visa bans on Angola, Namibia, DRC over illegal migrant returns. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils sweeping asylum system overhaul. Read the full details.
UK threatens visa bans for 3 African nations
UK threatens visa bans on Angola, Namibia, and DRC unless they accept returned migrants. Home Secretary announces sweeping asylum reforms, mirroring Denmark's system.
UK Ends Automatic Benefits for Asylum Seekers
UK Home Secretary defends drastic asylum reforms, ending automatic benefits and shortening refugee status. Critics call the measures 'harsh and unnecessary'. Read more.
Nigerian Cleric Seeks Trump Protection - Asylum Plea
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo writes urgent open letter to former US President Donald Trump, requesting asylum and protection from security threats in Nigeria.
Plateau massacre survivor seeks asylum after embassy ordeal
A Nigerian Christian survivor from Plateau State recounts his harrowing escape from deadly attacks and his desperate plea for asylum at a foreign embassy, revealing shocking details of his traumatic experience.
Peru Cuts Diplomatic Ties With Mexico Over Asylum
Peruvian government takes drastic action, severing diplomatic relations with Mexico after controversial asylum granted to former Prime Minister Betssy Chávez in escalating international dispute.
UK Deports Nigerian Asylum Seeker After Release Error
A Nigerian asylum seeker was mistakenly released from detention in the UK only to be rearrested and deported after authorities discovered he was being investigated for a serious sexual offence.
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