BREAKING: Donald Trump Government Threatens Visa Ban On Corrupt Nigerian Govt Officials
The United States has again warned that corrupt Nigerian government officials risk visa restrictions as part of America’s broader push for accountability and good governance.
In a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, the US Mission in Nigeria declared that corruption will not go unpunished, even for high-ranking officials.
“Fighting corruption knows no borders or limits on accountability. Even when high-profile individuals engage in corruption, they can be barred from receiving US visas,” the Mission said.
The U.S government has previously imposed visa bans on Nigerian politicians accused of undermining elections and democratic processes.
The United States maintains that restricting corrupt officials’ access to US soil is an essential tool in promoting accountability, transparency, and respect for the rule of law in partner nations.
The US Embassy, on July 29, highlighted a damning report by The Africa Report, which exposed how Nigerian governors have allegedly been lavishing billions of naira on building or renovating government houses despite widespread economic hardship.
Quoting transparency advocates, the embassy noted that such spending reflects poor fiscal priorities and deepens inequality.
“Such alleged lack of fiscal responsibility fuels inequality and erodes public trust,” it wrote in a post on X.
