The Republic of Niger has begun enforcing new immigration restrictions on Nigerians travelling into the country, demanding a valid international passport for entry and barring the use of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) passports.
This development follows Niger’s recent withdrawal from the ECOWAS, alongside Mali and Burkina Faso.
Despite the continued open border between Nigeria and Niger, travellers and cross-border traders are facing significant challenges at major crossing points such as Illela (Nigeria) and Konni (Niger).