Enugu State government in South East Nigeria, has commended the United Kingdom for setting up a visa centre in the state, to facilitate visa applications by residents, the South-East zone, and the country at large.
In a statement issued and signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof Chidiebere Onyia, he recalls that the visa centre was part of Governor Peter Mbah’s earlier requests during a visit to the state Government House, by the UK High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, in June this year.
The statement said the government received the news of the visa centre with delight and satisfaction, stressing that it would further enhance economic partnership and cultural exchanges between Enugu State and the United Kingdom.
“The Enugu State Government therefore looks forward to a strong, mutually beneficial relationship with the UK, as the visa centre would help cement the relationship,” the statement added.
The Enugu state government called on the people, especially those residing in the South-East to avail themselves of the opportunity provided to file their visa applications in the state, saying the government would ensure improved security both to residents and visitors carrying out business in the state.
It reiterated that the state was open for business and investment more than ever before.
