Human Rights US bill raises prospect of visa bans linked to religious persecution in Nigeria Republicans say draft law would pressure Abuja to address violence against Christians iStock.com/Allexxandar Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Wednesday 18 February 2026 US lawmakers have introduced a draft bill that would ban visas and introduce sanctions against those accused of persecuting Christians in Nigeria. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Politics EU to leverage visas with new “assertive migration diplomacy” strategy Human Rights Hong Kong visa expansion stands apart from tougher UK settlement rules Politics After Maduro’s arrest, Venezuelans and their employers face tough choices Visas Australian visa scheme a “breeding ground” for modern slavery