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Negligence Leaves Afghan Applicants Stranded Amid Refund Delays

9/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

Toye Adams invested N10 million in a UK Certificate of Sponsorship via Into Migration, with no progress after two years. He requested a refund in March 2025, which is still unpaid.
A Canadian Federal Court found the government negligent in processing Afghan applicants under a special immigration program, leading to calls for reassessment.
Numerous Afghan applicants, including former military collaborators, remain stranded and face severe conditions while awaiting help.

History

Historical Context

The Afghan Special Immigrant Visa program was launched by the U.S. in 2016 to resettle 10,000 Afghan allies due to their service. Following the Taliban's takeover in August 2021, Canada pledged to resettle 40,000 vulnerable Afghans, yet faced criticism for slow processing. By March 2022, Canada had resettled 8,580 Afghan refugees, highlighting the urgent need for immigration reforms.

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Story summary

Toye Adams invested N10 million in a UK Certificate of Sponsorship via Into Migration, with no progress after two years. He requested a refund in March 2025, which is still unpaid.
A Canadian Federal Court found the government negligent in processing Afghan applicants under a special immigration program, leading to calls for reassessment.
Numerous Afghan applicants, including former military collaborators, remain stranded and face severe conditions while awaiting help.

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