The newly expanded and renovated consular pavilion seeks to improve the experience that visa applicants and American citizens in Nigeria receive. Speaking during the ribbon-cutting ceremony, United States Consul General, Claire Pierangelo noted that the renovated consular pavilion would ensure applicants observe all Covid-19 protocol while waiting for their appointment. “We have put in place safety measures that not only protect our visa applicants but also consular staff who serve those applicants,” Consular Chief Hudspeth said. The U.S. Consulate General Lagos is one of the busiest consular sections in sub-Saharan Africa. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Consulate General Lagos received an average of 1,000 visa and American Citizen Services customers per day.

Source: The Guardian March 15, 2021 04:30 UTC