Jamaica opens consulate in Lagos to serve diaspora and boost ties

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the opening of a Jamaican consulate in Lagos, Nigeria, aimed at expanding the country’s presence in one of Africa’s leading commercial, financial, and technology hubs.

In a post shared on X, the ministry said the consulate, led by Aima Lijadu, will strengthen connections with the Jamaican diaspora in Lagos while supporting the country’s broader commercial and technological interests.

The consulate will operate under the guidance of the Jamaican High Commission in Abuja and will provide services including processing applications for Jamaican passports and citizenship, as well as facilitating visa applications for foreign nationals.

"We warmly welcome members of the Jamaican Diaspora in Lagos to take advantage of our services, including applications for Jamaican passports and citizenship. Nigerian and other foreign nationals residing in Lagos are also invited to submit visa applications," the ministry stated.

Services are available to the public on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Enquiries can be directed to the consulate via telephone at +234 916 0323 314 or by email at jamconsulatelagos@gmail.com.