Education consultants have raised concerns over the increasing number of UK study visa refusals affecting Nigerian students, attributing the trend to weak financial documentation, poorly structured study plans, and growing scrutiny by UK immigration authorities. According to Grewn Agency, a Nigerian study abroad and visa consultancy with offices in Lagos and Ibadan, many applicants underestimate the level of detail now required to convince UK visa officers of their genuine student intentions. “A large number of refusals we see are not because students are unqualified, but because their applications fail to clearly explain why they are studying the chosen course, how it fits into their career progression, and how their education will be funded,” the agency noted. Industry observers say UK visa officers have become increasingly cautious, especially with applications coming from high-volume countries, leading to stricter assessments of applicants’ academic background, financial history, and p...
WHC Appoints Amb. Dr. Richy Onolememen Africa High Commissioner, Nigeria Representative After Panel Review
The World Humanity Commission (WHC) has announced the appointment of Ambassador Dr. Richy Onolememen as High Commissioner for Africa and Special Representative of the Commission in Nigeria, following a comprehensive selection process that culminated in a high-level panel review at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. Dr. Onolememen formally defended his application before the Commission’s selection panel, comprising senior officials, policy experts, and special envoy of the Presidency of the World Humanity Commission. The panel session formed a critical component of the Commission’s merit-based and transparent process for appointing senior leadership to advance its humanitarian and diplomatic mandate across Africa. During the engagement, Dr. Onolememen articulated a strategic vision focused on strengthening Africa’s voice within the global humanitarian architecture, deepening regional cooperation, and expanding the Commission’s operational impact in Nigeria. His presentation emphasized sustain...