The United States Mission in Nigeria has reiterated that corrupt, high-profile Nigerian officials may be denied visas of the United States of America (Visa Ban) under its anti-corruption policy.
In a recent post on X, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to tackling corruption and stressed that accountability “applies to all, regardless of status.”
The statement read: “Fighting corruption knows no borders or limits on accountability. Even when high‑profile individuals engage in corruption, they can be barred from receiving U.S. visas.”
The warning signals that engaging in corrupt acts could now carry consequences beyond domestic prosecution—potentially affecting international mobility and access to the U.S.
Meanwhile, in the UK, Reform UK has proposed sweeping changes to immigration rules that would remove the permanent residency pathway for many migrants.
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Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, unveiled plans to overhaul the UK’s immigration system if it wins power in the next election. The key proposal? Abolishing Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) the status that currently allows migrants to secure permanent residency after five years.
Under the plan, migrants would need to reapply for visas every five years, rather than obtaining permanent status.
New requirements would include higher salary thresholds, stricter English proficiency, and stronger criteria for those wishing to bring in dependents.
Access to welfare benefits and permanent settlement would be restricted. People who already hold ILR might be forced under the new system to reapply under the stricter conditions.
