Visa Restrictions Will Address US-Nigeria Mutual Security Concerns – Envoy

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The United States’ Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has said that the recent visa restrictions announced by the U.S. government are designed to strengthen security procedures. Speaking at a news conference on Sunday in Abuja during the visit of a U.S. Congressional Delegation (CODEL) to Nigeria, he revealed that the decision was not made to target Nigerians.

According to him, the presidential proclamation, which would take effect from Jan. 1, 2026, affecting certain visa categories, was part of broader measures to secure U.S. borders and protect American communities.

He added that the proclamation clearly specifies the visa categories that might be affected, while also outlining exemptions for specific groups.

His words, “The focus of the visa review is on ensuring proper vetting and credible information in the visa process, not on penalising Nigerians.”

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