The Federal Government says airlines bringing passengers into Nigeria without valid visas or landing cards will face penalties.
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made this clear at a Lagos meeting on the new e-visa system, stressing that proof of payment or tickets won’t be accepted in place of a visa.
He urged the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority to enforce the rules, saying the move is vital for national security and border control.
Since May 1, the Nigeria Immigration Service has approved over 5,600 e-visa applications, with more expected to improve traveller data.
