The Digest:
Former Senator Shehu Sani has described the expanded US visa restrictions on Nigeria and 23 other nations as an exclusionary policy targeting "third world migrants." Reacting to the list, which heavily features African and Caribbean countries, Sani questioned its composition and urged affected citizens to focus on national development.
Key Points:
- The US cited deficiencies in screening and vetting as reasons for the new restrictions.
- The policy imposes full or partial suspensions on 24 countries, including Nigeria.
- Shehu Sani noted the list includes no Arab nations, mostly Black Africans and Caribbeans.
- He stated the "message is very clear: third world migrants are not welcomed."
- Sani urged Nigerians to "stay back and build your country or deal with your problems."
- The restrictions affect B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visa categories.
- The White House said the measures are necessary due to insufficient information to assess risks.
Sources: Punch, Vanguard
