FG To Deport Zimbabwean Cleric For Violating Nigerian Immigration Laws
The Federal Government has repatriated a Zimbabwean bishop, Eben K. Nhiwatawi, who was arrested for violating Nigerian immigration laws.
Nhiwatawi’s arrest was made possible on 24th August in Yola, Adamawa State, by personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) over a violation of immigration protocols.
Speaking in a statement on Wednesday, the Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Kenneth Udo, expressed that the bishop arrived in the country on August 21, 2024, with a Tourist Visa (F5A) meant solely for tourism purposes.
Moreover, The Pendulum Media gathered that the cleric was reported to have attempted to enthrone a bishop for the splinter of a church in Adamawa.
“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 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,” he said.
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