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Rostrum The ancient narrow pathway had become so bad that they could not find their way to their destination as the three moved in a grey Honda Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) being piloted by Dayo who was very mindful of the steering. It was on a Thursday. The 35-year-old Misters Dayo, Emeka and Okon were old time friends who reunited just a few days ago at Nsukka in Enugu State having lost contacts about eight years back, or thereabouts, after their graduation from one of the reputable higher citadels of learning in Nigeria situated in the Eastern part of the country, precisely University of Nigeria Nsukka popularly known by its acronym ‘U.N.N’. What occasioned the long-awaited reunion was the convention of their alma-mater’s alumni body themed ‘The homecoming of UNN Alumni’, which usually held once in a blue moon. Though they never studied in the same department, they were conspicuously best of friends during their school days that people within bega...

US revokes 6000 Students' Visas

Rufus Okoro
The United States' (US') State Department has revoked more than 6,000 Student visas, following violations of American law and national security concerns.

Officials told newsmen that most of the cases involved crimes such as assault, burglary, as well as driving under the influence of drug, alcohol, or related substance.

Between 200 and 300 visas were also withdrawn under provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act relating to terrorism, which the department defines broadly as acts that endanger human life or violate the US law. While the department did not clarify its reference to “support for terrorism,” the Donald Trump administration has previously targeted some students who protested in support of Palestine, accusing them of antisemitic conduct.

US gives Reasons for reducing Visa Validity for Nigerians

Out of the total revoked visas, about 4,000 were tied to criminal violations, while others fell under terrorism-related grounds.

The move is reportedly part of the Trump's administration’s wider crackdown on immigration and foreign students.

It's noteworthy that earlier this year, visa appointments for prospective international students were temporarily suspended.

When services resumed in June, 2025, applicants were required to provide access to their social media accounts for enhanced vetting.

State Department officers were also directed to screen for signs of hostility toward U.S. citizens, culture, and institutions, as well as for support of designated terrorist groups or involvement in antisemitic harassment or violence.