The Federal Government has deported Zimbabwean Bishop Eben K. Nhiwatawi for violating Nigerian immigration laws.
Nhiwatawi was arrested on August 24 in Yola, Adamawa State, by Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) personnel for violating immigration protocols.
According to DCI Kenneth Udo, the Public Relations Officer of the Service, Nhiwatawi entered Nigeria on August 21, 2024, on a Tourist Visa (F5A) intended exclusively for tourism activities.
“However, he was found to have been involved in the process of electing the leadership of the Methodist Church, which clearly violates the provisions relating to tourist visas as stipulated in the Nigerian Visa Policy 2024,” Udo said.
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Consequently, Kemi Nandap, the Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, has ordered the immediate repatriation of Nhiwatawi with the approval of the Minister.
The statement emphasized that while the NIS supports legitimate Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and individuals participating in business and social activities to promote economic growth, the NIS will not tolerate violations of immigration laws.
“The Department remains committed to maintaining national security and will continue to monitor the activities of foreign nationals to ensure compliance,” the statement concluded.
Nhiwatawi was reportedly involved in efforts to install a bishop for one of the church factions in Adamawa.
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