President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a 'simplified visa process' for Nigerian businesspeople and tourists, leading to public backlash and calls for his resignation. The Presidency stepped in to clarify that Nigerians still need valid passports, though they do not have to submit them at the time of application.
The South Africa n Presidency clarified a misunderstanding regarding the new visa process announced for Nigeria n citizens by President Cyril Ramaphosa . Ramaphosa's spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya , explained that while Nigeria ns applying for visas do not need to submit their passports at the time of application, they are still required to have valid passports.
The announcement was made during the 11th Session of the South Africa-Nigeria Bi-National Commission in Cape Town, aiming to improve efficiency and customer service, and to support economic activity and tourism
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