Trump’s government plans to hire 13,000 immigration officers amid record $170bn funding. Officers now recruited from age 18, with shortened training and large cash incentives. Human rights groups warn recruitment tactics could lead to more abuses at the border. The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched a massive recruitment drive aimed at … Read more
United States President-elect Donald Trump has outlined plans to deport all undocumented immigrants living in the country over the course of his upcoming four-year term. In a Sunday interview on NBC’s Meet the Press, Trump revealed his strategy for a broad crackdown on illegal immigration, which he intends to declare a national emergency upon his … Read more
Nigerian pastor Tobi Adegboyega, 44, has lost his appeal against deportation from the UK following allegations of financial misconduct and fraudulent activities linked to his controversial church, SPAC Nation. An immigration tribunal upheld the Home Office’s decision to deport Adegboyega, citing evidence of serious financial mismanagement and his unlawful residency since overstaying a visitor visa … Read more
Abidemi Rufai, a former aide to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, has been released from prison in the United States, reports thegazellenews.com. Rufai, 47, was freed from the U.S. Bureau of Prisons’ facility at Fort Dix, New Jersey, on November 15, 2024, following the completion of his prison sentence. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Tom Homan, former Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as his administration’s “Border Czar,” responsible for overseeing national border security and managing the deportation of undocumented immigrants. Trump expressed strong confidence in Homan’s abilities, saying, “I am pleased to announce that the Former ICE Director, … Read more
A federal judge on Thursday invalidated a policy designed to aid undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens in securing legal status, marking a setback for outgoing President Joe Biden and potentially impacting nearly half a million eligible individuals. This ruling follows Donald Trump’s recent electoral victory, which was largely fueled by promises to tighten immigration controls … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has accused President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of being responsible for an attack on his life, marking the second time he has made such a claim. The Republican presidential nominee made this statement on Monday via his social media platform, X. Trump specifically targeted Harris, accusing her … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has deported 400 Nigerians. According to a report by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), the deportees include 90 females and 310 males. The deported individuals were received at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja by various federal agencies, including the Office of the National Security Adviser, the National Commission … Read more
Canada is currently experiencing widespread protests, with approximately 70,000 international students demonstrating against new immigration policies introduced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s federal government. These protests have erupted across various provinces, including Prince Edward Island, Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia, reflecting the growing discontent among foreign students. According to City News Toronto, the unrest is … Read more
103 Nigerian citizens were deported from Turkey and arrived in Abuja on June 28, 2024, greeted by various government agencies; they claim unfair treatment in Turkey. EKO HOT BLOG reports that 103 Nigerian on Friday citizens arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria. They were deported from the Republic of Turkey, … Read more
61-year-old Anthony Olubunmi George risks deportation from UK Arrived in 1986 at age 24, suffered strokes in 2019 Home Office rejects applications despite 38 years in the country Eko Hot Blog reports that after nearly four decades in the United Kingdom, a disabled Nigerian man finds himself in a precarious situation. Anthony Olubunmi George, now … Read more
Obi Expresses Shock Over Reported Deportation Calls for Unity, Fairness, and Justice Awaits Investigation Outcome, Urges Calm Eko Hot Blog reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has reacted with shock to the alleged deportation of Osun indigenes from Lagos State. Expressing his dismay, Obi stated that the reported incident … Read more
Osun Governor Alleges Deportation of Youths from Lagos Discussions Held with Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Investigation Launched into Alleged Incident Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has engaged with his Lagos counterpart, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, over allegations of deporting Osun indigenes to the Ilesa area. Additionally, Adeleke has called on Sanwo-Olu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Kingdom (UK) plans to deport international students in the country who do not achieve high enough grades. The Telegraph reported that the Home Secretary, James Cleverly, has advised the United Kingdom Migration Advisory Committee to review the graduate visa as part of a five-point plan to reduce net migration by … Read more
Nigerians In Dubai Seek Help From FG To Return Home EKO HOT BLOG reports that following the mass deportation embarked upon by the Dubai authorities, some stranded Nigerians have called on the Federal Government to come to their aid. This online media platform gathered that several videos shared online captured thousands of people … Read more
The new agreement is aimed at supporting safe and legal migration and speeding up the removal of foreign criminals On Thursday, a flight chartered by the UK government was said to have conveyed no fewer than 21 people, comprising Nigerian and Ghanaian nationals EDITOR’S PICK Ohanaeze Reveals Why Nnamdi Kanu Was Denied Bail Drama As … Read more
Djokovic’s supporters fell silent outside the courtroom as the decision was announced… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Novak Djokovic has been deported from Australia after losing a last-ditch court bid to stay in the country. Judges rejected a challenge by the unvaccinated tennis star after the government cancelled his visa on “health and good order” … Read more
Djokovic has faced deportation as Australia revoked his visa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tennis star Novak Djokovic may be deported from Australia any moment from now as his visa has been revoked for a second time. Djokovic, who is in the country for the Australia Open, has been in the news over his refusal … Read more
Novak Djokovic woke up on Tuesday to his first morning outside immigration detention in Australia, almost a week after he flew into the country – and into an international furore over his COVID-19 vaccination status. However, the world number one still faces the threat of being detained by the federal government for a second time … Read more