High Commission of Nigeria, London
| High Commission of Nigeria in London | |
|---|---|
| Location | Westminster, London |
| Address | 9 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BX |
| Coordinates | 51°30′24.8″N 0°7′30.9″W / 51.506889°N 0.125250°W |
| High Commissioner | Sarafa Tunji Isola |
The High Commission of Nigeria in London is the diplomatic mission of Nigeria in the United Kingdom.[1] The name of the role follows the Commonwealth practice of its members sharing high commisioners rather than ambassadors, though both jobs serve the same diplomatic function.[2]
In 2012 a protest was held outside the High Commission by people opposed to the cut in fuel subsidies introduced by President Goodluck Jonathan.[3]
The current High Commissioner is Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola.
In July 2024, Deputy Comptroller of Immigration Bashir Aminu, who heads the London office of Nigeria High Commission, was allegedly delaying issuance of passports to qualified Nigerians, and demanding for $318 for fast passport issuance. On 7 August 2024, seven days after a protest, Nigerian Immigration Service issued a statement denying the delay and surcharge by officials.[4][5][6][7]
Gallery
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The Nigerian flag and coat of arms above the entrance
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Plaque outside the High Commission
References
- ^ "The London Diplomatic List" (PDF). 14 December 2013. Archived from the original (PDF) on 11 December 2013.
- ^ "Embassies". Commonwealth of Nations. Retrieved 10 March 2026.
- ^ "Nigerians protest loss of fuel subsidies - London". 6 January 2012. Archived from the original on 27 December 2013. Retrieved 2 November 2013.
- ^ "Civil Society Organisation Threatens To Storm Minister Of Interior Office Over Findings At Nigeria High Commission In London". The African Gong. 19 August 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
- ^ Philip, Ado Adeboye (4 February 2025). "From hub of corruption to beacon of hope: The Nigerian Immigration Service's remarkable transformation in London". DiasporaNG. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
- ^ "Pressure group kicks over high charges at Nigeria High Commission London". Blueprint. Abuja, Nigeria. 20 August 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
- ^ "Nigeria High Commission 9 Northumberland Ave, London WC2N 5BX, United Kingdom". Google Maps. July 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2026.