Afam Osigwe, the President of the Nigerian Bar Association, has criticized the latest United States travel restrictions as an unjust measure that penalizes law-abiding individuals intending to conduct legitimate business. Speaking on a television program, Osigwe argued that while the U.S. has a right to address illegal immigration and visa overstays, the current policy appears to be a pretext for a broader anti-immigrant agenda under the Trump administration. He pointed out that the 7.5% overstay rate cited as a reason for the ban is relatively minor and should not be used to justify a blanket restriction on all Nigerian travelers. Osigwe suggested that instead of limiting access for those who respect visa conditions, the American government should focus on identifying and deporting specific individuals who have actually violated immigration laws.
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