Trump Imposes Fresh Travel Ban on Nigeria, Others Over Terrorism Threats, Visa Overstays and Security Vetting Concerns
United States President Donald Trump has announced a new round of travel restrictions affecting Nigeria and several other countries, citing terrorism risks, poor security vetting, and high visa overstay rates. In a proclamation released by the White House, Trump said Nigeria’s security challenges, including the activities of Boko Haram and Islamic State affiliates, have made effective screening of travellers difficult. U.S. authorities also highlighted Nigeria’s visa compliance issues, noting overstay rates of 5.56% for business and tourist visas and 11.90% for student and exchange visas. The move forms part of Trump’s renewed hardline immigration policy, reviving measures similar to controversial travel bans imposed during his previous administration. Nigerian authorities are yet to issue an official response as the decision is expected to impact students, business travellers and tourists.
United States President Donald Trump has announced a new round of travel restrictions affecting Nigeria and several other countries, citing terrorism risks, poor security vetting, and high visa overstay rates. In a proclamation released by the White House, Trump said Nigeria’s security challenges, including the activities of Boko Haram and Islamic State affiliates, have made effective screening of travellers difficult. U.S. authorities also highlighted Nigeria’s visa compliance issues, noting overstay rates of 5.56% for business and tourist visas and 11.90% for student and exchange visas. The move forms part of Trump’s renewed hardline immigration policy, reviving measures similar to controversial travel bans imposed during his previous administration. Nigerian authorities are yet to issue an official response as the decision is expected to impact students, business travellers and tourists.
Trump Imposes Fresh Travel Ban on Nigeria, Others Over Terrorism Threats, Visa Overstays and Security Vetting Concerns
United States President Donald Trump has announced a new round of travel restrictions affecting Nigeria and several other countries, citing terrorism risks, poor security vetting, and high visa overstay rates. In a proclamation released by the White House, Trump said Nigeria’s security challenges, including the activities of Boko Haram and Islamic State affiliates, have made effective screening of travellers difficult. U.S. authorities also highlighted Nigeria’s visa compliance issues, noting overstay rates of 5.56% for business and tourist visas and 11.90% for student and exchange visas. The move forms part of Trump’s renewed hardline immigration policy, reviving measures similar to controversial travel bans imposed during his previous administration. Nigerian authorities are yet to issue an official response as the decision is expected to impact students, business travellers and tourists.
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