Methodist Church Election: FG to deport Zimbabwean cleric over tourist visa breach
The Nigeria Immigration Service has ordered the immediate repatriation of a Zimbabwean cleric, Eben Nhiwatawi, for visa violation.
This was announced in a statement by NIS spokesman Kenneth Udo on Wednesday.
The cleric was apprehended by operatives of the NIS on August 24 in Yola, Adamawa, for violating immigration protocols.
Mr Udo said the cleric arrived in the country on August 21 with a tourist visa (F5A) meant solely for tourism purposes.
“However, it was discovered he participated in the Methodist Church leadership election process. This is in clear violation of the terms and privileges associated with the tourist visa as provided in the Nigeria Visa Policy 2024.
“In light of the above, the NIS Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap, with ministerial approval, has ordered his immediate repatriation from the country.
“The service encourages the lawful inflow of foreign direct investment and individuals engaging in business and social activities as key facilitators of economic growth and development. NIS will not tolerate any violation of the country’s immigration laws,“ the statement said.
The NIS spokesman assured that the service remained committed to preserving the country’s national security and would continue to monitor foreigners’ activities for this purpose.
(NAN)
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