Travel Ban: Presidency Denies Issuing Travel Restriction On Top Politicians

Last week, report has it that, President Muhammadu Buhari issued travel ban to 50 prominent politicians. However, a statement released by Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity has denied the rumours.
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The statement reads, “I want to confirm to you that we have not issued any list and we are not doing so. These cases are well known and to say this or that name is on it will open the door to further accusations, including trial by media. The Immìgration Service and other security agencies have the mandate of the President to carry out enforcement and they will do so giving due respects to individual rights, in line with the constitution.”

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