FG repatriates Zimbabwean cleric for violating immigration laws
Security
THE Federal Government has repatriated a Zimbabwean bishop, Eben K. Nhiwatawi, whom it accused of violating immigration laws.
The cleric was apprehended on 24th August in Yola, Adamawa State, by personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) over a violation of immigration protocols.
Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Kenneth Udo, said in a statement on Wednesday that the bishop arrived in the country on August 21, 2024, with a Tourist Visa (F5A) meant solely for tourism purposes.
“However, 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,” said Udo.
In light of the above, the Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, with Ministerial approval, has ordered his immediate repatriation from the country, the statement added.
It said while the service encourages lawful inflow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) 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,” the statement added.
Nhiwatawi was reported to have attempted to enthrone a bishop for the splinter of a church in Adamawa. – vanguard
A.I
Aug. 28, 2024
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