Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has strongly condemned the Canadian government’s decision to deny visas to Chief of Defence Staff Christopher Musa and other senior military officers.
Ribadu described the decision as “disrespectful” and expressed his outrage, stating that Canada “can go to hell”. His comments came during the maiden annual lecture of the National Association of the Institute for Security Studies in Abuja.
The controversy surrounding the visa denial began when Musa revealed that he and his delegation were invited to an event honoring war veterans in Canada. However, the Canadian embassy denied visas to half of the group.
Musa expressed his disappointment, saying, “We were invited along with our team, but while half of us got visas, the other half was denied. It’s very disappointing.” He had been scheduled to attend the event in Canada to honor Nigeria’s veterans.
Despite the setback, Musa views the incident as a wake-up call for Nigeria to assert its sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign nations. He emphasized the need for Nigeria to focus on self-reliance.
Ribadu echoed Musa’s sentiment, commending him for speaking out against the visa denial. Ribadu’s comments highlighted the need for Nigeria to reevaluate its relationships with foreign countries. The visa denial has sparked a national conversation about diplomatic relations and self-sufficiency. Analysts are calling for a review of Nigeria’s foreign policy approach in light of the incident.
Public analysts have joined the conversation, emphasizing the need for Nigeria to assert its independence and reduce its reliance on foreign nations. The incident has highlighted the complexities of international diplomacy and the need for Nigeria to prioritize its own interests.
The controversy surrounding the visa denial is expected to continue, with many Nigerians calling for a stronger response from the government. The incident has sparked a renewed focus on national sovereignty and self-reliance.
Source : https://businessday.ng/
