Visa: Interior Minister Reveals What US Really Told Nigeria In High-Level Meeting

In a statement shared via his official X account on Monday, Tunji-Ojo confirmed the high-level meeting, which was also attended by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, and the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nanna Nandap.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The meeting followed the U.S. Embassy’s recent revision of visa terms, which now restricts most non-immigrant visas—such as those for tourism and business—to a single entry, valid for only three months.

Providing insight into the discussion, Tunji-Ojo stated, “I had a productive engagement today with U.S. Ambassador Richard M. Mills Jr. concerning the newly introduced visa policies for Nigerian citizens.”

He noted that the focus of the talks was on visa reciprocity and strengthening bilateral relations through a fair and transparent visa system. Ambassador Mills also highlighted the Nigerian Immigration Service’s new e-visa policy, describing it as a forward-thinking reform that aims to make travel applications more efficient for international visitors.

Both parties committed to improving cooperation between the Ministry of Interior, NIS, and the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, with shared goals that include promoting responsible travel and ensuring adherence to visa rules.

Tunji-Ojo further stressed the Tinubu administration’s commitment to upholding international standards through three key focus areas:

1. Issuing secure travel documents with verified identities;

2. Controlling visa overstays by Nigerian travellers;

3. Enhancing information sharing on security and criminal records to bolster public safety.