This immigration alert was circulated on X on Monday.
The NMA chair also urged the government and the security agencies to ensure the protection of medical personnel against banditry and kidnapping
Mr Olatise urged doctors to uphold their responsibility to Nigeria in spite of their challenges.
Mr Ugwuanyi revealed that he not only drafted the majority of the 20 new entries but also voiced their pronunciations.
Kemi Badenoch, the UK Conservative Party leader, has lamented the rising number of immigrants in the country, vowing to champion plans for a massive reduction in immigration
He, however, advised those seeking to migrate to ensure proper documentation.
Mr Raji told journalists on Sunday in Abuja that most health workers went abroad in search of better working conditions.
This change will apply to new study permit applications received on or after January 1, 2024,” the statement reads in part.
“Some sectors of the economy, such as the banking and ICT sectors, have suffered so much from the emigration of qualified professionals.
“And anyone caught not resigning will face the penalty for that because he or she would be seen as flouting the rules of engagement.”
