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The Digest:

The United States Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria have resumed full visa and citizen services after President Donald Trump signed a spending bill to end the longest government shutdown in US history.

Key Points:
  • The US Embassy in Nigeria has resumed full operations after a 43-day shutdown.
  • The shutdown, the longest in US history, began on October 1.
  • President Donald Trump signed a spending bill to reopen the government.
  • American citizen services and visa services are now proceeding as scheduled.
  • The diplomatic mission had limited public communications during the closure.
  • The new budget only funds the government until January 30.
  • Another shutdown is possible if lawmakers fail to reach a new agreement.
This temporary resolution offers a fragile reprieve, underscoring how political discord abroad can directly impact lives and aspirations far beyond its own borders.


Sources: The Cable