The Nigerian foreign minister said he learned about the ban just before a meeting with the United States to expand cooperation. But he said American officials had signaled it could soon be lifted.
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New U.S. Travel Ban Shuts Door on Africa’s Biggest Economy, Nigeria
The visa rules will affect nearly a quarter of the people on the African continent, including many hoping to join loved ones already in the U.S.
Nigeria to Address Security Issues That Led to Visa Restrictions
Nigerians expressed disbelief and anger after the Trump administration announced the new policy.
Nigerians in New York Worry Expanded Travel Ban Will Hurt Family Ties
“It’s just not right to just blanket ban a group of people,” said one college professor who has lived in the U.S. for about 20 years.
Trump Moves to Block Visas for Pregnant Women on ‘Birth Tourism’
The Trump administration granted visa officers more power to block pregnant women from visiting the United States if applicants were believed to be traveling to give birth.
Trump Moves to Block Visas for Pregnant Women on ‘Birth Tourism’
The Trump administration grants visa officers more power to block pregnant women from visiting the United States if applicants are believed to be traveling to give birth.
Iranian Student Turned Back at Airport, Sparking Protest
A growing number of Iranian students are being sent away by U.S. authorities amid escalated diplomatic tensions with Iran.
Iranian Families Divided by the Trump Travel Ban Tell of Holidays Apart and Lives on Hold
Readers in the United States with ties to Iran share how they have been affected by President Trump’s travel ban.
Caught in U.S.-China Crossfire, Eastman Orchestra Cancels Tour
The renowned music school decided to cancel a tour of China after facing pressure from students and alumni upset over Beijing’s denial of visas to three South Korean students.
Hard Times Have Pakistani Hindus Looking to India, Where Some Find Only Disappointment
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi recasts India as a Hindu nation, Pakistani Hindus are migrating there in greater numbers. But many find hardship once they arrive.