The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a three-day ultimatum to the United Kingdom over a reversal of its travel ban on Nigerians due to the outbreak of the Omicron variant.
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the NANS Chairman, Ogun State Chapter, Kehinde Damilola, during its protest at British Deputy High Commission in Lagos over the travel and visa ban placed on Nigerians.
According to Damilola, “If there is an absence of solutions in the next 72 hours, NANS will have no other choice but to shut down the activities of British and Canadian missions across Nigeria.”
The NANS further disclosed its displeasure at the decision which it tagged as pure racism and an attempt to intimidate African countries, particularly Nigeria.
“We have come to say enough is enough with the treatment Nigeria constantly receives from Europe. The narrative has to change because Nigerians are not a symbol of havoc or hazard.
“This decision will affect not only visitors but also our international students who are studying in the U.K.