The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has introduced a controversial requirement for married women seeking visas.
According to the agency, women must present a letter of approval from their husbands before being cleared for travel.
This stipulation is part of the NDLEA’s updated visa requirements, which have sparked discussions about gender equality and individual autonomy.
In addition to the approval letter, married women are also required to submit a passport photograph as part of the application process. Critics argue that this policy reflects outdated views on women’s rights and independence, potentially hindering their ability to travel freely.
What Nigerians are saying
Already, the requirement from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) mandating that married women present a letter of approval from their husbands for visa applications has ignited considerable online debate regarding women’s fundamental human rights.
Nairametrics has gathered a range of responses from Nigerians on social media, highlighting widespread concern over this controversial requirement. Critics argue that such policies undermine women’s autonomy and reinforce patriarchal norms, while supporters claim they ensure family consent.(Nairametrics)
