The Ukraine embassy in Nigeria says Nigerians who are willing to travel to Ukraine to fight Russian forces must provide $1,000 for flight ticket and visa.
Gatekeepers News reports that the second secretary at the Ukrainian embassy, Bohdan Soltys, confirmed that $1,000 will be needed by Nigerian volunteers.
He said it will be difficult for Nigerians to travel to Ukraine now since the airspace has been shut owing to the war.
He said, “It is normal practice when people want to volunteer and join the army of another country. It is a normal international practice.
“Of course, for us, it is an expression of support which we really appreciate. For now, no one has gone. We have received hundreds of applications from people who said they are willing. We have sent lists to the government but I cannot tell you what will happen next.”
On why $1,000 was being demanded from Nigerian volunteers, the Ukrainian diplomat said, “Yes, $1,000. That is what I paid the last time I visited Ukraine.”
