Nigerian govt revokes Seplat CEO Roger Brown’s visa, work permit for alleged racism

The work permit, visa, and residence permit of Roger Brown, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Seplat Energy Plc one of Nigeria’s biggest oil company has been revoked.

Brown’s visa and work permit were revoked over allegations of racism, favouring of foreign workers, and discriminating against Nigerian employees levelled against him by employees of the company.

The revocation was contained in a March 3, 2023 letter to the Board Chairman of Seplat Energy Plc by the Minister of Internal Affairs.