Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has called on the Federal Government to review its decision to give African travellers visas on arrival in the country with effect from January 2020.
The governor in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Akase, noted that the decision meant that Africans wishing to travel to Nigeria were free to do so whenever they wanted to.
He pointed out that the policy “portends danger ahead as Nigeria will soon turn to a safe haven for persons with questionable character such as terrorists and other criminals who would come into the country without hindrance.”
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Ortom therefore appealed to President, Muhammadu Buhari (rtd.) to revisit the decision in the best interest of the nation.
The governor however, commended the President for ordering the release of former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki and convener of #RevolutionNow protests, Omoyele Sowore in accordance with the rule of law.
He stated that Nigeria, which prides itself as the giant of Africa and beacon of democracy, must, at all times, be seen as a champion of the rule of law and respecter of human rights.
He further stated that countries that practice true democracy across the world obey court orders and respect the fundamental rights of their citizens.
Ortom appreciated Nigerians who never gave up the struggle to see that the duo were released.
