BREAKING: UAE lifts Visa ban on Nigeria in landmark accord

In a groundbreaking turn of events, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has finally lifted the visa ban that had cast a shadow over Nigerian travelers for nearly a year.

This momentous development unfolded following a historic agreement between President Bola Tinubu and the UAE’s own President, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The announcement, delivered with resounding triumph, emanated from the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.

This monumental accord has ushered in a new era of possibilities. Two aviation giants, Etihad Airlines and Emirates Airlines, are set to soar once more as they immediately reinstate their flight schedules to and from Nigeria. A triumphant return to the skies, it marks a resounding victory for Nigerian travelers who have yearned for the freedom to explore the world once more.

Remarkably, this grand revival of flight activity comes with no immediate financial burden on the Nigerian government, a testament to the diplomatic prowess and strategic negotiations led by President Tinubu.

But this historic agreement is not limited to the skies alone. It symbolizes a powerful economic alliance, poised to inject billions of U.S. dollars into the Nigerian economy across multiple sectors. The investment arms of the UAE government are ready to engage in a transformative partnership with Nigeria, touching critical areas such as defense, agriculture, and more.

President Tinubu’s relentless pursuit of economic diplomacy has paid off. The negotiations have borne fruit, leading to the creation of a new foreign exchange liquidity program between the two nations. Details of this game-changing initiative will be unveiled in the coming weeks, promising to further strengthen the bonds between Nigeria and the UAE.

President Tinubu expressed his deep appreciation to UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his unwavering friendship and his commitment to restoring and elevating relations between these two pivotal countries.

The shadows of the past, with the UAE’s visa ban on Nigeria and several other African nations in October last year, have been dispelled. In its place stands a beacon of hope, a testament to what diplomacy and leadership can achieve when driven by vision and collaboration.