161 Nigerian students fail UK border checks, denied entry

Between 2021 and 2023, 1,425 international students admitted to UK universities were denied entry at the country’s airports.

Among those affected, 161 were Nigerians, who were turned away upon arrival, according to data obtained from the UK Home Office through the Freedom of Information Act.

Indian students were the most affected, making up 45% of the total with 644 removals. Nigerians followed with 11.3%, while students from Ghana…