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Nigeria Strengthens Visa Oversight Amid US Policy Shift

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Jul 9, 2025 — 1 min read

Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has pledged stronger oversight to curb visa overstays and enhance compliance with international travel protocols, in response to the US government's recent shift in visa policy for Nigerian citizens. The Minister made this known after a high-level meeting with the US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, which focused on strengthening bilateral relations and addressing mutual concerns over travel documentation and compliance. The engagement came as the US government slashed the validity period and entry allowance for most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas issued to Nigerians.

Key Takeaways:

Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has pledged stronger oversight to curb visa overstays and enhance compliance with international travel protocols.
The Minister emphasized the importance of secure travel documents, verified traveller identities, and visa overstay management, citing measures to limit overstays by travellers on US visas.
The US Ambassador, Richard Mills, applauded Nigeria's immigration reforms, particularly the introduction of the new e-visa policy.
The meeting resulted in a renewed commitment to information sharing between both governments, particularly concerning public safety.
Nigeria's Interior Ministry and the Nigeria Immigration Service will work closely with the US Mission in Nigeria to promote adherence to visa regulations and encourage responsible travel behaviour.
The new e-visa policy aims to streamline and enhance the application process for foreign travellers into the country.

Statistics:

Nearly all non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas issued to Nigerian citizens will now be single-entry and valid for just three months.
The previous visa terms allowed for multiple entries over two years or more.

Sources:

[LEADERSHIP reports](https://leadership.ng/2024/02/21/nigeria-strengthens-oversight-curb-visa-overstays)
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