A Nigerian woman living in the United States has shared a video detailing her application process to join the US Air Force. According to Legit.ng, she explained the steps she took, from sitting her military examinations through to being sworn in as a member of the American armed forces. Her account offers insight into how a foreign-born resident navigated the enlistment procedure for one of the branches of the US military.

Benito Miranda Hernandez, an immigrant who served three tours in the US military during the Iraq war, is now facing deportation to Mexico. His situation highlights the complexities surrounding immigration status for veterans.

The United States has announced the African nations with the highest number of selections in the DV-2026 Diversity Visa green card lottery, according to Tuko. The US State Department registered over 129,000 applicants globally, with a significant share of selections coming from Africa. The lottery offers selected applicants a pathway to permanent residency in the United States, though candidates must still complete mandatory interviews before visas are granted. The announcement highlights which African countries received the most selections in this year's programme.

Following the withdrawal of US troops from Nigeria's Lake Chad Basin, experts are advising the Federal Government to enhance its security framework to address potential security challenges. This recommendation comes in light of concerns regarding the implications of the troop withdrawal on regional stability.

The United States has withdrawn most of its troops involved in a joint counterterrorism operation in Nigeria's Lake Chad Basin, as announced by General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of US Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa, during a press briefing following the African Chiefs of Defence Conference 2026.

The United States government has published guidance for travelers facing time-sensitive situations who need to obtain a passport quickly, detailing the steps required to receive one within 14 days. According to Legit.ng, the guidance outlines what applicants must prepare before submitting an urgent passport request, aimed at those with imminent travel plans or emergencies requiring expedited processing of their travel documents.