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By, Sola Hundogan
The Federal Government in Nigeria is unhappy with the recent decision by the United States to impose tighter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens.
The FG is describing the move as disproportionate, calling for “reconsideration in the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation.”
YOUNEWS is aware that Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, led an FG delegation that held a meeting with the US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills Jr., on Wednesday as the FG moved to resolve the issue.
The initiative US is saying was designed to align visa policies with international standards and security requirements.
The policy change would have a broad impact on Nigerians, affecting students seeking education in the US, professionals involved in legitimate business, and families visiting loved ones.
This comes just as the United Arab Emirates imposed tougher entry conditions for Nigerian travellers, banning transit visa applications entirely.
According to new directives from Dubai immigration, Nigerians aged 18 to 45 will no longer be eligible for tourist visas unless accompanied, while those aged 45 and above must provide a six-month personal bank statement showing at least $10,000 monthly balance before they are granted visas.
The new policy is expected to drastically reduce travel from Nigeria to Dubai, a top destination for business and tourism.
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