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UK-based lawyer renounces Nigerian citizenship, claims country hasn't offered him anything
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2026-07-11 08:57   Politics   10

UK-based lawyer renounces Nigerian citizenship, claims country hasn't offered him anything

UK-based Nigerian lawyer Baron Chymaker has applied to renounce his Nigerian citizenship, claiming the country hasn't given him anything despite his investments.The decision has sparked online debates about citizenship, identity, and the japa movement.Chymaker stated that Cameroon, his birth country, has offered him more than Nigeria, and he still supports Nigeria through his investments.He defended his choice, saying it's his right to make, and warned that if his visa to Nigeria is denied, he won't visit.

The case highlights growing discussions among Nigerians in the diaspora about the practical challenges of holding a Nigerian passport, including visa restrictions and lack of benefits.The application is awaiting approval from the Federal Government.

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