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US judge strikes down Trump visa ban affecting Nigeria, 74 other countries [Full list]

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22 August 2026

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A US judge invalidated the Trump administration's suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries, including Nigeria, ruling it unlawful and beyond the Secretary of State's authority.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must adjust any plan relying on restricted access to US immigrant markets from these 75 countries as the legal block has lifted, opening doors for visa-dependent startups and remittance channels.

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