How luxury stores in Dubai are missing Nigerian shoppers this Christmas season

  • Nigerians make up about 18 per cent of shoppers in Dubai, according to shop owners who lament their absence
  • The recent visa ban by the United Arab Emirates is impacting luxury shops in the Arab country
  • Recently, the United Arab Emirates place visa restrictions on Nigerians without explanation

The absence of Nigerian shoppers in this year’s festive season is having a huge impact on luxury stores in Dubai.

The recent visa ban by the United Arab Emirates is to blame for the conspicuous absence of high-net-worth Nigerians in Dubai.