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UPDATED: Teesside Varsity Stops Nigerian Students Programmes, Ordered To Leave UK
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A group of Nigerian students have been thrown off university courses and ordered to leave the United Kingdom after they struggled to pay tuition fees on time, BBC reports.
The Teesside University students have said the devaluation of the naira has made it difficult for them to pay their tuition fees, leading to a breach of visa sponsorship requirements.
As a result, some students have been blocked from their studies, reported to the Home Office, and ordered to leave the UK.
The university claims it has no choice but to take this action, citing strict external regulations.
Affected students have expressed their distress and disappointment, feeling that the university is being “heartless” and not providing adequate support.
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The group of 60 students, who chose to share their names with the BBC, banded together to urge the university to offer support after several of their peers faced severe consequences for defaulting on payments.
These students were abruptly locked out of their university accounts and forcibly withdrawn from their courses.
Adenike Ibrahim, a student who was close to graduating, had her visa revoked and was told to leave the country, despite having paid 90% of her tuition fees.
“I did default [on payments], but I’d already paid 90% of my tuition fees and I went to all of my classes,” she told BBC.
“I called them and asked to reach an agreement, but they do not care what happens to their students.
“It has been heartbreaking for my son especially, he has been in so much distress since I told him,” Ibrahim added.
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Esther Obigwe, another affected student, has been struggling with depression due to the situation.
She claims she repeatedly tried to speak to the university about her financial struggles but received no response until she was blocked from her studies and received notice to leave the country.
Obigwe said, “I attended all of my classes and seminars, I’m a hell of an active student.
“It is disheartening, I am now on antidepressants and being here alone, I have nobody to talk to.
“For over two months, I’ve barely eaten or slept and I don’t understand why this is being meted at us, we didn’t do anything wrong.”
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Jude Salubi, a student pursuing a degree in social work, was suddenly informed that his access to the university would be suspended and that he would be required to leave the country, despite being in the middle of a critical placement.
Salubi said he commuted from Teesside to Liverpool every weekend, working 18 hours to try to settle his outstanding fees
“As of now I have paid £14,000 and have a balance of £14,000.
“I am willing to come to an agreement as to how I will make this payment, but I need guarantees that I will be re-enrolled into school and my visa restored,” he said.
A university spokesman said, “Teesside University is proud to be a global institution with a diverse student population but is also very aware of its obligations regarding visa issuance and compliance.
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“These strict external regulations ensure that the university fully supports a robust immigration system and is outside of the university’s control.”
The spokesman acknowledged that the university is aware of the financial struggles faced by some students and has proactively offered customised payment plans to those who have requested them.
“This option has been taken up by many of our international students; however, some students have still defaulted on these revised payment plans,” he said.
The Home Office clarified that the decision to grant or withdraw visa sponsorship lies with the sponsoring institution
In cases where a visa is shortened or cancelled, individuals are advised to either regularise their stay or make arrangements to depart the UK, a spokesman told BBC.
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US Diverted 20,000 Anti-drone Missiles From Ukraine To Middle East -Zelensky
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President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that the United States, under the administration of President Donald Trump, redirected 20,000 anti-drone missiles that were originally intended for Ukraine to American forces stationed in the Middle East.
In an interview published by ABC News on Sunday, Zelensky said Ukraine had relied on the missile delivery to bolster its defence against ongoing Russian drone assaults, particularly swarms of Iranian-designed Shahed drones.
He noted that the plan, developed under President Joe Biden’s administration and coordinated with then-Defence Secretary, Lloyd Austin, was meant to deliver a cost-effective and specialised missile system to counter aerial threats.
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“We have big problems with Shaheds… we will find all the tools to destroy them. We counted on this project, 20,000 missiles. Anti-Shahed missiles. It was not expensive, but it’s a special technology,” Zelensky stated.
According to a June 4 report by The Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration ordered the diversion of the munitions, including special fuzes for the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System, citing an urgent need to supply American forces in the Middle East.
The decision, reportedly communicated to Congress through a classified Pentagon message, was made under current Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth.
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A source from Ukraine’s military intelligence agency told The Kyiv Independent that Russia is preparing to escalate drone warfare, potentially launching more than 500 long-range drones in a single night as Moscow accelerates drone production and expands its launch capacity.
Since the beginning of Trump’s second term in January, his administration has halted the approval of new US military aid packages to Ukraine.
Trump has voiced reservations about prolonged military support for Kyiv and briefly paused shipments earlier this year.
Deliveries resumed after Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire framework during peace negotiations held in Jeddah on March 11.
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Los Angeles Invaded By Illegal Aliens, Criminals, Says Trump
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June 9, 2025By
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National Guard troops were deployed to Los Angeles on Sunday amid ongoing protests against immigration raids, despitethat California Governor Gavin Newsom’s objections.
Newsom formally requested the Trump administration rescind the order to deploy the troops.
The governor requested a letter to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, which he then shared on X.
“We didn’t have a problem until (U.S. President Donald) Trump got involved.
“This is a serious breach of state sovereignty – inflaming tensions while pulling resources from where they’re needed,” Newsom wrote.
“Rescind the order. Return control to California.”
Trump signed a memorandum on Saturday deploying 2,000 National Guardsmen “to address the lawlessness that has been allowed to fester,” the White House said.
An expert cited by The New York Times said this is the first time in 60 years that a president has deployed a state’s National Guard without the governor’s consent.
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The last instance was in 1965, when President Lyndon B Johnson used troops to protect predominantly Black demonstrators during the civil rights movement in Alabama.
The protests began on Friday after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers executed search warrants across the city as Trump pushed forward with his goal of mass deportations of undocumented immigrants.
Newsom appealed to protesters to remain peaceful and not give the government an excuse to act.
“Trump is trying to manufacture a crisis in LA County — deploying troops not for order, but to create chaos,” he wrote on X.
“Don’t take the bait. Never use violence or harm law enforcement.”
Los Angeles Police said protests continued on Sunday, even when authorities had declared it an unlawful, gathering.
Protesters had blocked traffic on a freeway and had gathered outside the Metropolitan Detention Centre where soldiers had formed a perimeter around the building.
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“Officers are reporting that people in the crowd are throwing concrete, bottles, and other objects. Arrests are being initiated,” police wrote on X.
Cars had also been stopped and set alight on roads, the police said.
An Infantry Brigade Combat Team of the Guard “has deployed approximately 300 soldiers to 3 separate locations in the greater Los Angeles area, the U.S. Northern Command posted on X.
“They are conducting safety and protection of federal property and personnel,” it added.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Los Angeles had been “invaded and occupied by Illegal Aliens and Criminals.”
“Now violent, insurrectionist mobs are swarming and attacking our Federal Agents to try and stop our deportation operations. But these lawless riots only strengthen our resolve,” he wrote.
He had directed his officials “to take all such action necessary to liberate Los Angeles from the Migrant Invasion, and put an end to these Migrant riots,” he said.
“Order will be restored, the Illegals will be expelled, and Los Angeles will be set free.”
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said the city would “always stand” with those who call it home.
“Deploying federalised troops on the heels of these raids is a chaotic escalation,” she wrote on X.
“The fear people are feeling in our city right now is very real – it’s felt in our communities and within our families and it puts our neighborhoods at risk.
“This is the last thing that our city needs, and I urge protestors to remain peaceful,” Bass said.
“Los Angeles will always stand with everyone who calls our city home.”
Trump’s administration has threatened to deploy regular armed forces domestically, which would represent an even greater breach of norms.
Hegseth stated that, if necessary, U.S. Marines stationed in California could also be mobilised.
Newsom condemned Hegseth’s threat to deploy U.S. soldiers against its own citizens on U.S. soil, calling it “deranged behavior” in a post on X.
Hegseth responded to Newsom on X stating that the National Guard “and Marines if need be” stood with ICE.
“There is plenty of room for peaceful protest, but ZERO tolerance for attacking federal agents who are doing their job,” he wrote.
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10 Countries Hiring Nigerians, Other Foreign Workers In 2025 With Easy Visa Process
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In 2025, the global race for skilled talent is intensifying as many countries grapple with labour shortages across key industries, prompting changes to visa policies to attract and retain foreign professionals.
In response, countries such as Canada, Japan, Australia, and Germany are expanding their immigration and visa pathways to attract foreign professionals.
According to TravelBiz, sectors like technology, healthcare, construction, and caregiving are seeing especially high demand in top destinations.
These countries aren’t just offering jobs—they’re also providing opportunities for long-term residency or even a pathway to citizenship.
Top 10 Countries Hiring Foreign Workers in 2025
1. New Zealand
New Zealand is streamlining immigration to address urgent gaps in its workforce.
In-demand roles: Civil Engineers, Registered Nurses, Plumbers, IT Professionals
Visa Pathway: Green List Straight to Residence Visa – direct pathway to permanent residency for critical occupations.
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2. Spain
Spain has simplified work visa procedures to combat labour shortages.
Top roles: Construction Workers, Agricultural Labourers, Hospitality Staff
Visa Programs: Seasonal Worker Visa, General Long-Term Work Visa
3. Singapore
Asia’s innovation hub is actively hiring digital and biomedical professionals.
High-demand jobs: Biomedical Scientists, Software Developers, AI & Machine Learning Experts
Visa Options: Employment Pass (for professionals), S Pass (for mid-skilled workers)
Applicants should check the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website for guidelines.
4. Romania
Romania is scaling up its workforce by issuing thousands of visas to foreign workers.
Key sectors: Construction, Agriculture, Hospitality
Visa Update: 100,000 annual guest worker visas approved for citizens of Nepal, Bangladesh, and India.
No university degree? No problem—these roles often don’t require one.
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5. Estonia
Estonia is emerging as a digital economy leader with simplified work visa options.
Hiring in: Software Development, Web Design, IT Support
Visa Options: D-Visa (short-term employment), Digital Nomad Visa (for remote workers)
6. Ireland
With a booming economy, Ireland is opening its doors to international professionals.
Jobs in demand: Nurses, Chefs, Childcare Workers, Data Scientists
Visa Programs: Critical Skills Employment Permit, General Employment Permit
7. Japan
Japan is overhauling its immigration system to welcome more foreign talent.
Hiring for: Caregivers, Factory Operators, IT Engineers, English Instructors
Visa Options: Specified Skilled Worker (SSW), Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) Visa
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8. Germany
Germany is making migration easier with a points-based system and international partnerships.
Top roles: Mechatronics Engineers, Technicians, Healthcare Workers, IT Specialists
Visa Type: Opportunity Card – a new system designed to simplify skilled migration
Knowing basic German is a plus; apply via the official Make it in Germany portal.
9. Canada
Canada remains one of the most immigrant-friendly countries, actively recruiting in multiple sectors.
In-demand jobs: Nurses, Truck Drivers, Welders, Software Engineers
Visa Options: Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), International Mobility Program (IMP)
Workers can switch jobs immediately after filing a new permit—no need to wait for approval.
10. Australia
Australia tops the list, thanks to booming demand in infrastructure and tech.
Top jobs: Construction Managers, Electricians, Cybersecurity Analysts, Aged Care Workers
Visa Route: Skills in Demand Visa, launched in December 2024, targets essential trades and high-growth fields
Apply early due to processing delays. Visit Home Affairs Australia and ensure your job title aligns with the official ANZSCO codes.
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