The United States of America has announced visa restrictions on some Nigerians accused of undermining democracy.
US said it was part of the action to advance democracy and tackle corruption in Nigeria.
A statement was released to this effect by
the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, on Wednesday.
He said the sanctioned individuals, whose name he did not reveal, would be ineligible for US visas.
”We are committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Nigeria and around the world. Today, I am announcing visa restrictions on specific individuals in Nigeria for undermining the democratic process in a recent Nigerian election.
‘’Under Section 212(a)(3)C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, these individuals will be found ineligible for visas to the United States under a policy to restrict visas of those believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, undermining democracy in Nigeria.
He stated that the visa restrictions announced today are specific to certain individuals and are not directed at the Nigerian people or the Government of Nigeria.
The decision to impose visa restrictions reflects the commitment of the United States to support Nigerian aspirations to combat corruption and strengthen democracy and the rule of law,’’ the statement said.
