Drug Trafficking: Tightens border procedures on Nigerian tourists

Seychelles has strengthens border controls for Nigerian passport holders due to drug trafficking and fraudulent activities.

Stricter screening and SEBS analysis will be conducted for tourists, while Nigerians with diplomatic passports or active work/residency licenses will be giving easy access.

Recent arrests of Nigerians carrying drugs and involvement in scams have raised concerns.

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The government aims to combat criminal activities while maintaining good relations with Nigeria.

Seychelles authority plans to cooperate with Nigerian authorities for the handover of convicted individuals.