Court Upholds UK Ban On Chinese Businessman Over Alleged National Security Risks

A Chinese businessman, identified only as H6, has lost his appeal against a UK ban imposed on national security grounds, according to a Special Immigration Appeals Commission ruling. The businessman, described as a “close confidant” of Prince Andrew, was prohibited from entering the UK in March 2023. Judges determined that the former home secretary, Suella … Read more

UK Reveals Plan To Deport International Students With Poor Grades

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

‘Betrayal’ — YouTuber Emdee Tiamiyu Under Fire Over Comments About Nigerian Students In UK

YouTuber Emdee Tiamiyu speaking to BBC

The UK recently announced a ban on Nigerian students bringing dependants to the country. The move was said to be aimed at reducing migration. Moments after the ban was announced, video of a Nigerian YouTuber commenting about Nigerian students in the UK went viral. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerians on social media are criticising … Read more

[JUST IN] UK Implements January Deadline: Nigerian Students, Others Barred From Bringing Family Over

UK bar Nigerian students

The United Kingdom has introduced a new law that limits Nigerian and other international students from bringing their family as dependents. This measure aims to reduce immigration numbers and prevent misuse of the visa system. The changes will take effect in January 2024, allowing students time to adjust to the new regulations. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

UK Home Secretary Resigns As Pressure Mounts On PM Liz Truss

UK Home Secretary has resigned as pressure mounts on PM Liz Truss. Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Kingdom (UK) Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, has resigned as pressure mounts on the government of Prime Minister Liz Truss. EDITOR’S PICKS Putin Declares Martial Law In Annexed Regions As Ukrainian Forces Advance War: Putin May Detonate … Read more

Conservative MPs To Begin Voting In UK Prime Minister Race

UK Prime MInister

The eight candidates who have made it onto the ballot paper will have to secure at least 30 votes to stay in the race to become prime minister It is the first of a series of secret ballots over the next few days to whittle the field down to a final two EDITOR’S PICK Elon … Read more