A UK lawmaker strongly opposes the recent ban imposed on Nigerian students and other international students from bringing their families while pursuing a Master's program in the country (source). The British government introduced a new policy stating that starting from January 2024, Nigerians and other foreign nationals on study visas will no longer be allowed to have their family members accompany them.
The lawmaker emphasizes the significant economic contribution that international students, including Nigerians, make to the UK. She criticizes the new policy, considering it misguided and raises concerns about its potential negative impact on UK universities and the overall economy.
Furthermore, the lawmaker points out that international students from various countries contribute positively to the UK economy through their careers in different sectors. She emphasizes that international students are not the root cause of the country's immigration issues but have unfortunately been caught up in the midst of it.
Additionally, the lawmaker highlights that international students bring their families because they desire to share the educational experience with them.
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