286 Foreign nationals presented with certificates of Nigerian citizenship in Abuja.
By Naomisophyblog
Twenty hundred and eight six foreign nationals, including four Americans, 14 Britons and 86 Lebanese, swore the Oath of Allegiance to adopt Nigerian citizenship on Thursday, at a ceremony presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, informed State House Correspondents of the Federal Executive Council’s (FEC) decision on February 9, 2022, when it approved the list of 286 foreigners, who were then seeking Nigeria’s citizenship.
”You have pledged your allegiance to Nigeria. When you give your love and loyalty to Nigeria, she returns her love and loyalty to you,” the President told the awardees during an event at the State House.
The President explained that out of the 286 foreign nationals presented with certificates of Nigerian Citizenship, 208 received certificates for Naturalisation while 78 got certificates by Registration.
He urged them to make positive and useful contributions to the advancement, progress and well-being of the different communities they reside, adding that as citizens they must be in accord with the national ethics and code of conduct.
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”You are expected to abide by the Ideals and Institution of the Nigerian National Flag, Anthem, Pledge and respect for all Constituted Authorities.
”All those concerned with Immigration matters are to offer our new citizens quick legal identification. Also, their Local Governments should assist with their integration in the local community to enable them enjoy all the entitlements of a Nigerian citizen,” he said.
