Nigerian Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has strongly criticized Canada for refusing to grant a visa to General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).

This controversy began when Gen. Musa and other senior military officers were denied visas to attend a Canadian event honoring war veterans. While some members of the Nigerian delegation were granted visas, others were left without.

Gen. Musa, in response, called the incident a “wake-up call” for Nigeria to protect its sovereignty and ensure it is not disrespected by foreign nations.

Tunji-Ojo expressed his disappointment, saying on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily that the Canadian Embassy’s decision was not only disrespectful to Gen.

Musa but to the entire country. He emphasized that such actions against the CDS raise concerns for ordinary Nigerians as well.

The Minister noted that while countries have the right to manage their own visa policies, Nigeria must consider reciprocity in these matters.

He also said that if there were any issues, diplomatic channels should have been used to address them.

Tunji-Ojo is confident that Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs will take the necessary steps to resolve the matter and uphold mutual respect between the two nations.