The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has deported a Zimbabwean Bishop, Eben K. Nhiwatawi, for violating the terms of his tourist visa. The bishop was found to have participated in the leadership election process of the Methodist Church in Nigeria, an activity that contravenes the rules associated with his visa status.
Bishop Nhiwatawi was in Nigeria on a tourist visa, which does not permit involvement in political, religious, or leadership activities. His participation in the election process was deemed a breach of immigration laws, prompting the NIS to take swift action.
The NIS, in its statement, emphasized the importance of adhering to visa regulations and warned that any foreign national caught violating these rules would face similar consequences.
The deportation underscores Nigeria’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of its immigration system and ensuring that visitors respect the country’s laws and regulations.
The incident serves as a reminder to international visitors about the importance of understanding and adhering to visa conditions, and it is likely to prompt stricter scrutiny of visa holders engaged in activities outside their authorized purposes.
