US Embassy Assures Continuity Of Visa, Passport Services In Nigeria

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has assured that visa and passport services will continue, despite the partial shutdown of the US government.

In a notice issued via its official X handle on Wednesday, the embassy stated, “Due to the lapse in appropriations, this X account will not be updated regularly until full operations resume, with the exception of urgent safety and security information.

“At this time, scheduled passport and visa transit services in the United States and at U.S. Embassies and Consulates overseas will continue during the lapse in appropriations as the situation permits.”

It explained that its social media accounts would not be updated regularly until government funding is restored, except for “urgent safety and security information.”

The announcement comes as many Nigerians expressed concern that the shutdown in Washington could affect visa processing, student travel plans and other consular services.

The shutdown, which began after US lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to reach a budget deal, has forced several federal departments and agencies to halt operations.

It stems from a dispute over Democratic demands for health care funding, which Republicans have resisted.