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UN report exposes dehumanization of migrants, refugees in Libya
Frank Okon Migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers in Libya are facing what the United Nations describes as ruthless and systematic human rights violations, including killings, torture, sexual violence and trafficking. In a new report covering January 2024 to December 2025, the…
UK visas go digital for all Nigerian travelers
Sopuruchi Onwuka The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) has announced that from 25 February 2026, all Nigerian nationals applying for a UK Visit visa will receive a digital eVisa instead of the traditional vignette sticker placed in their passports. The…
Nigeria listed as US suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries
By Ziggy Ojiegbe Nigeria has been listed among 75 countries whose citizens will no longer have their immigrant visa applications processed by the United States, as Washington tightens immigration rules under President Donald Trump’s administration. The move marks a further…
Nigeria enters list of 38 countries to post $15,000 US visa bonds
Frank Okon Nigeria on Tuesday entered the expanded list of countries whose business and tourist visitors must post up to $15000 as precondition for obtaining entry visa to the United States of America. According to the U.S. State Department reimbursable…
Nigeria slammed with travel ban as US expands entry restrictions
By Ziggy Ojiegbe Nigeria has been placed under a partial travel ban by the United States as the Trump administration expands restrictions on entry into the country, citing security concerns, weak vetting systems, and rising political tensions. Under the new…
Nigeria under review as US plans new travel restrictions
Nigeria may be affected by a new round of United States travel restrictions as the Trump administration moves to widen its travel-ban list from 19 countries to more than 30. Nigeria is already classified by the administration as a “country…
Abuja Continental unveils early bird Christmas Magic with luxury stays
Abuja Continental Hotel has launched its Early Bird Christmas campaign, offering guests a mix of luxury accommodation, festive dining, and family-friendly activities designed to elevate holiday celebrations in the capital. Positioned as one of Abuja’s leading destinations for both leisure…
UK, Canada, Australia missions launch joint visa fraud campaign
The Diplomatic Missions of the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia have launched a joint international campaign to combat visa fraud and protect people from exploitation by fraudulent immigration facilitators. The initiative, known as the #FightingVisaFraud campaign, was unveiled during International…
Disabled Nigerian wins appeal against deportation after nearly 40 years in UK
Anthony Olubunmi George, 63, moved to Britain in 1986 and has lived there ever since. However, despite having no criminal record, the Home Office repeatedly rejected his applications to stay. He also struggled with homelessness and poor health after suffering…
U.S. hikes H-1B visa fee to $100,000 for new applicants
Big American firms including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and JPMorgan, may be coughing out millions of dollars to bring over global talents to drive their operations following significant increase in the professional visa fees introduced by the Trump administration of the…
