By Faridat Blessing
The protesters, who gathered on Marsham Street, claimed that fraudulent agents and companies were exploiting desperate foreign workers seeking UK visas. They displayed a banner featuring 30 suspected scammers.
Christiana Olabisi, aka Ferrari, addressed the crowd, urging victims to speak out and report the scammers. "No more scamming. Enough is enough. We are here to inform the Home Office about what is going on in this country."
The protesters alleged that scammers were charging thousands of pounds for fake certificates of sponsorship, leaving many immigrants stranded and reliant on food banks.
Victims shared their ordeals on social media, recounting losses ranging from £3,000 to £20,000. One victim claimed to have paid £15,000 for a fake certificate.
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission acknowledged that visa scams were a serious concern, advising victims to seek legal redress.
One of the accused, Mojisola, denied the allegations and claimed to have taken legal action against her accuser.
The protest highlighted the need for increased awareness and vigilance against visa scams targeting vulnerable immigrants.
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