The silent tightening of borders is unfolding. Thousands of Nigerians find themselves suddenly unwelcome in the United Arab Emirates, blocked not by guns or walls—but by bank statements and silence.
At the heart of the storm is an unconfirmed but aggressively enforced financial hurdle: a required monthly bank balance of $10,000 over six months—totaling $60,000—before a visa is even considered. This restriction, though denied by UAE officials, has become a very real barrier on the ground, passed on through travel agents and intermediaries.
Strangely, the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has remained mute. No statements, no interventions, no support for the citizens affected. Many now feel abandoned, left to navigate an unofficial system that feeds off uncertainty and charges excessive processing fees—up to ₦640,000 (~$1,500) for a shot at entry.
Travelers report that these restrictions are not uniformly applied. Citizens from Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire, for example, reportedly face no such financial profiling. To many Nigerians, this looks and feels like targeted discrimination.
What’s more disturbing is the vacuum of response from Nigeria’s leadership. The Foreign Ministry's silence in the face of these discriminatory practices sends a painful message: "You’re on your own."
For young Nigerians hoping to explore opportunities, connect with family, or simply escape, this roadblock is more than inconvenience—it’s a door slammed shut. And while governments posture in silence, average citizens pay the price in frustration, financial exploitation, and restricted mobility.
When bureaucracy becomes a weapon and silence becomes policy, who speaks for the people? Who protects their right to move, to dream, to explore the world?
This is no longer about visa policy—it’s about human dignity.
📢 Take a stand. Demand clarity. Demand fairness.
Share this with your network. Raise your voice where your government has fallen silent.
Source: Based on public reactions, visa applicant reports, and ongoing monitoring of UAE–Nigeria diplomatic developments.
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