November 09, (THEWILL) – The High Commission of Canada in Nigeria, on Thursday, said visa application centres in Abuja and Lagos remained open to the public.
Communications and Public Affairs Officer at the High Commission of Canada in Abuja, Demilade Kosemani, made this known in a statement in response to the recent fire outbreak that occurred at a portion of the high commission’s building in Abuja on Monday.
“As we continue to mourn the passing of our dear colleague from the High Commission of Canada in Abuja, please note the following information below:
“Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC clients: processing of applications continues).
“Regardless of the suspension of operations at the High Commission of Canada in Abuja, the Visa application centres in Abuja and Lagos remain open.
“For status updates send a web form. (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-status.html)
“Consular assistance for Canadians in Nigeria who require emergency assistance: sos@international.gc.ca or +1 613 996 8885 or via our Whatsapp on +1-613-909-8881,” he said.
