Speaking to journalists at Freedom Park in Lagos, Soyinka said he was shocked by the decision and unaware of any reason for it.

“I have no visa; I’m obviously banned from the United States. If anyone wants to see me, they know where to find me,” he said.

According to Soyinka, the U.S. Consulate informed him in an official letter that his B1/B2 visa had been revoked. The letter did not give any reason.

Soyinka said he was puzzled by the move, insisting he has no criminal record and has never acted against U.S. laws.

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He recalled earlier receiving a letter from the Consulate inviting him for a visa re-interview, which he declined, thinking it might be a scam.

The writer added that he had always maintained a respectful relationship with U.S. diplomats and was still trying to understand why his visa was cancelled.

Source: Punch