- Visa Cancellations: The U.S. government has canceled visas for hundreds of international students, including Nigerians.
- Affected Students: At least 901 students from 128 colleges have been affected.
- Reasons for Cancellation: Some students were targeted over minor infractions like traffic violations.
The sudden crackdown has left students uncertain about their future, with some weeks from graduation or employment. Universities are discovering terminations directly in the government’s immigration database, often before students are even notified.
Some students are suing the government, claiming they were given no clear reason for their status termination. Judges in states like New Hampshire, Wisconsin, and Montana have temporarily restored some students’ legal status. Students are being advised to either leave the country or appeal to avoid detention or deportation.
