US revokes 80,000 visas of Nigerians, others

The United States Department of State has revoked visas belonging to more than 80,000 individuals, including Nigerians and citizens of other nationalities.

In a statement on Thursday, the department said the move aligned with former President Donald Trump’s commitment to safeguarding the interests and security of Americans, describing it as “promises made, promises kept.”

According to the statement, the revocations were based on offences such as assault, theft, and driving under the influence. Data from 2024 showed that 16,000 individuals were penalised for driving under the influence, 12,000 for assault, and 8,000 for theft.

Other reasons cited for the action included links to terrorism, support for extremist activities, public safety concerns, and overstaying visa terms.