The Federal Government, through the Management of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, has urged undocumented Nigerians resident in Equatorial Guinea and unable to renew their permit to vacate immediately.
The Head, Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM, Abuja, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, made this announcement, saying Nigerians in diaspora should apply to renew their documents, if unsuccessful, they should return home.
The Sun reported that NiDCOM said the advisory became necessary following a letter from the Office of the Secretary to the Equatorial Guinea Government.
The advisory read, “A report by the Government of Equatorial Guinea on October 17, 2022 was issued, advising undocumented foreigners in their country to leave voluntarily or face government sanction.
“According to the report, this is aimed at curbing elements of sabotage and creating stability in the country of Equatorial Guinea.
“The letter also stated that obtaining one or two-year residence permit by foreigners goes between $410 and $620.
“As a Commission committed to the welfare of its citizens, we advise that Nigerians in Equatorial Guinea should renew their permit if possible, or apply to come back home to Nigeria, if undocumented, to avoid sanctions by the Government of Equatorial Guinea.”
