The United States government has started enforcing visa restrictions on individuals accused of violating religious freedom in Nigeria.
He stated that the policy has been implemented, and there will be continued scrutiny on wrongdoers.
"If you commit persecution, you will not be accepted in the United States. Our country is more secure when we prevent those involved in religious persecution from entering our borders," Walker declared.
The visa restriction policy, introduced in December by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is aimed at individuals involved in directing, authorizing, funding, supporting, or carrying out violations of religious freedom.
This action was taken by the US in response to the "atrocities and violence against Christians" globally, including in Nigeria, as stated by the secretary of state.
The announcement followed a resolution proposed by Chris Smith, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Africa subcommittee, suggesting visa bans and asset freezes for those responsible for severe violations of religious freedom in Nigeria, including the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria and the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore.
In February, US legislators also called for sanctions against Rabiu Kwankwaso for his involvement in religious freedom violations.
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