FG to withdraw, deactivate Nigerian passports for those who denounce citizenship

Businessday | 12-04-2026 08:01pm |

The Federal Government of Nigeria has ordered for the immediate withdrawal and deactivation of Nigerian passports held by individuals who have formally renounced their citizenship. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of Interior announced the directive on Saturday via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, instructing the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to enforce the measure without delay. The

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