Breaking fg issues travel ban on us uk 11 other countries over coronavirus fears
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Breaking: FG Lifts Travel Ban on US, UK, 11 Other Countries Over Coronavirus Fears
The Federal Government of Nigeria has lifted the travel ban imposed on 12 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus.
The ban, which was imposed in March, had restricted travel to and from the affected countries, including Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates.
According to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the decision to lift the ban was taken after a thorough review of the situation and consultation with relevant stakeholders.
The statement read: "Following a thorough review of the situation and consultation with relevant stakeholders, the Federal Government of Nigeria has decided to lift the travel ban imposed on 12 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus."
The lifting of the ban is expected to ease travel restrictions and facilitate the movement of people and goods between Nigeria and the affected countries.
It is worth noting that the Nigerian government has taken several measures to contain the spread of the coronavirus, including the closure of borders, suspension of international flights, and implementation of social distancing measures.
The decision to lift the travel ban is seen as a positive step towards reopening the economy and restoring normalcy in the country.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria