US court strikes down Trump visa suspension affecting Nigerians, 74 others

PM NEWS Nigeria | 22-08-2026 05:08pm |

A US court has struck down a Trump administration visa suspension that affected nationals from Nigeria and 74 other countries. The suspension, introduced effective January 21, 2026, was aimed at nationals considered at high risk of relying on public benefits in the US. The court's decision nullifies the policy, which had significant implications for affected countries. This ruling marks a legal setback for the administration's immigration measures.

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