The British High Commission in Nigeria says it will engage
with relevant partners in the federal government once implementation details of
the UK’s new immigration reforms are made available.
This is coming after the release of a White Paper by the UK
government on Monday, outlining sweeping changes to the immigration system.
According to the White Paper, the new policy includes ending
the social care work visa route, imposing a longer settlement path for
migrants, shortening the graduate visa period, and introducing mandatory
English language tests for dependants.
While the exact timeline for implementation is not yet
announced, the British High Commission has moved to reassure Nigerians of the
continued strong bilateral relationship between the two countries.
“The UK enjoys strong, long-standing people-to-people links
with Nigeria. We are proud that the UK is still considered a top destination
for Nigerians to work, study, visit, and settle – and value the contribution
this brings to the UK,” a spokesperson said in a statement.
The Commission stated further that the reforms aim to
restore order, control and fairness to the immigration system, reduce net
migration and promote economic growth.
It pointed out that changes will occur gradually,
reiterating Britain’s commitment to an open and collaborative approach with
Nigerian authorities.
The statement came in the wake of recent concerns that the
UK may restrict visa applications from countries whose citizens are more likely
to overstay and Nigeria was reportedly among those listed.
The High Commission, despite this reaffirmed what it
described as strong and enduring links between Nigeria and the UK, describing
Britain as an outward-looking nation that welcomes diversity and global talent.
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