The United States government has suspended the processing of green card and citizenship applications submitted by Nigerians following Nigeria’s inclusion in an expanded list of countries facing immigration restrictions under a new directive by President Donald Trump. Nigeria is among 15 additional countries subjected to partial travel restrictions under the latest proclamation. While the measures stop short of a full entry ban, immigration officials confirmed that the suspension applies to green card and citizenship applications filed by affected nationals during the review period. The proclamation also builds on earlier restrictions announced in June, which had already limited immigration processing for nationals of several countries. The decision is expected to affect thousands of Nigerians currently seeking permanent residency or citizenship in the United States, adding uncertainty to migration pathways at a time of already tightened global immigration controls.

Source: The Guardian December 20, 2025 23:54 UTC