Porsha Williams’ Husband, Simon Guobadia, Faces Citizenship Hurdles Amid Criminal History and Immigration Controversy

This might be the reason Porsha has signed up for another season of RHOA.

In a significant legal development, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Atlanta Division, has dismissed the case of Simon Iyore Guobadia against the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).  The case, posted by  All About The Tea, highlights fraud and misrepresentation.

Simon Iyore Guobadia, a Nigerian citizen, has navigated a tumultuous journey since first entering the U.S. in 1982. His story is one of ambition clouded by legal challenges, including overstaying a visitor visa and engaging in activities that led to bank and credit card fraud charges. His past got him deportated in 1992, notwithstanding his attempt to secure temporary resident status under a false identity, thereby concealing his criminal history.

The court really dug deep into what you need to have in check to become a U.S. citizen, especially focusing on being legally allowed to live here permanently. Turns out, the way Simon Guobadia tried to get his permanent resident card—through some special program for agricultural workers—wasn’t all the way clean. He wasn’t completely honest. This sneaky move made the court question if his resident status was legit and highlighted a big rule: if you lie or hide the truth on your way to becoming a citizen, you’re pretty much knocking yourself out of the race.

Ultimately, the court’s decision to dismiss Guobadia’s case was predicated on a clear-cut rationale: his inability to legitimately obtain lawful permanent residency status, a fundamental requirement for naturalization. The ruling underscores the stringent standards set forth by U.S. immigration law, especially concerning the accuracy and honesty of information provided by applicants.