The Federal Government has introduced stricter immigration policies to tackle visa overstays in Nigeria. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, confirmed that while the visa-on-arrival policy remains, tougher penalties will be enforced.
Foreign nationals who overstay their visas by three months will face a five-year entry ban, while those staying illegally for a year will be barred for ten years. Speaking on Arise TV, Tunji-Ojo emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to border security.
The government has also introduced a three-tier compliance list: the White List for compliant visitors, the Grey List for minor offenders, and the Black List for serious violators. These measures aim to enhance immigration control and national security.
