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Kenya to Hold Diplomatic Talks with Nigeria Over Visa Challenges

Author: Nikkie AishaPublished on: October 27, 2026Country: Kenya
PoliticsTravel & Tourism

Kenya plans to hold diplomatic talks with Nigeria over the lengthy and costly visa procedures faced by Kenyan travellers. Nigerian nationals, by contrast, can enter Kenya visa-free. Kenyan travellers have long complained about the difficulties and questioned the unequal travel arrangements between the two countries.

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