<p>The US State Department said it is imposing visa restrictions on Nigerians believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, undermining democracy in Nigeria. </p>
<p>"These individuals have operated with impunity at the expense of the Nigerian people and undermined democratic principles and human rights," the statement said.</p>
<p>"The Department of State emphasises that the actions announced today are specific to certain individuals and not directed at the Nigerian people or the newly elected government," the statement added. </p>
<p>In January, the US government said that it would consider consequences, including visa restrictions, for individuals responsible for undermining the Nigerian democratic process or for organising election related violence. </p>
<p>The department reiterated its commitment to working with the Nigerian government to end corruption and strengthen democracy, accountability, and respect for human rights. </p>
<p>Read the full statement <a href="https://www.state.gov/imposing-visa-restrictions-on-nigerians-responsib…">here</a>. </p>
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