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  1. UK Tightens Immigration Rules: Thousands of Nigerians in Limbo as Job Eligibility Changes

    Nigeria UK Tightens Immigration Rules: Thousands of Nigerians in Limbo as Job Eligibility Changes

    The Digest: On 22 July 2025, the UK Home Office introduced new immigration policies affecting Nigerians working under the Skilled Worker visa scheme. Over 100 job roles were removed from the CoS (Certificate of Sponsorship) list, raising salary thresholds, and potentially forcing thousands of...
  2. Credentials meet prejudice: UK Denies Nigerian Businessman Samuel Ibeawuchi a Tourist Visa

    Nigeria Credentials meet prejudice: UK Denies Nigerian Businessman Samuel Ibeawuchi a Tourist Visa

    Samuel Onyekachi Ibeawuchi runs one of Nigeria's top security firms, protects former presidents, and has built a thriving business empire. Yet the UK Home Office refused him a simple family visit visa, questioning how he derives income from his successful company. The collision is stark...
  3. New UK Policy Could Make It Harder for Nigerians to Study or Work Abroad

    Nigeria New UK Policy Could Make It Harder for Nigerians to Study or Work Abroad

    The UK is planning fresh immigration reforms that could make it tougher for Nigerians to get visas, citing high rates of overstaying and asylum claims. UK Home Office lists Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in possible visa clampdown Cites a pattern of visa overstays turning into asylum requests...
  4. UK Tightens Visa Rules: New English Test Requirements Announced

    Nigeria UK Tightens Visa Rules: New English Test Requirements Announced

    The UK Home Office has unveiled new English language test requirements for visa applications, aiming to improve the accuracy of language proficiency assessments. Starting from December 2025, applicants will need to pass an updated Secure English Language Test (SELT) with higher standards. This...
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