Nigeria: Akpoti-Uduaghan Urges FG to Invoke Reciprocity Over Ayra Starr's Reported Visa Denial
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged the Nigerian government to apply the principle of reciprocity against South Africa following reports that singer Ayra Starr was denied a visa. The senator argues that Nigeria must ensure its citizens and artists are treated with mutual respect in international relations.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions between Nigeria and South Africa regarding immigration policies and the treatment of cultural figures.
The senator's comments come amid public outrage over reports that the Grammy-nominated singer cancelled scheduled engagements in South Africa after members of her team were allegedly denied entry visas.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, has called on the Federal Government to apply the principle of reciprocity in its dealings with South Africa following reports that Nigerian singer Ayra Starr and members of her team were allegedly denied entry visas.
In a statement shared on Thursday on Facebook, the senator urged the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and the Federal Government to review visa applications submitted by South African artistes and their entourages if it is confirmed that Ayra Starr's team was denied visas, resulting in the cancellation of scheduled engagements.
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The incident has reignited conversations about the treatment of Nigerian travellers and entertainers by South African authorities.
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