Immigration Repatriates Bishop Over Violation of Immigration Law
By Trek Africa Newspaper
The Nigeria Immigration Service has apprehended and repatriated a Zimbabwean Bishop, Eben K. Nhiwatawi, to his country over violation of Immigration protocols.
The Zimbabwean Bishop was apprehended in Yola, Adamawa State over violation of Immigration protocols, according to a statement Signed by the Immigration
Service Public Relations Officer, DCI KT Udo in Abuja on Wednesday.
Udo further stated in the statement that the Bishop arrived in the country on 21st August, 2024, with a Tourist Visa (F5A) meant solely for tourism purposes.
He stressed, he was discovered to be participating in Methodist Church leadership election process which 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 Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, with Ministerial approval, has ordered his immediate repatriation from the country.
While 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, it will not tolerate any violation of the country’s Immigration laws.
The Service remains committed to preserving the country’s National Security and will continue to monitor the activities of foreigners for such purposes.
