LunagisthubUS Senator Proposes End to Dual Citizenship: What It Means for Nigerians and Americans
A bill has been proposed in the US Senate that could potentially end dual citizenship for American nationals. The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025, introduced by Senator Bernie Moreno, aims to require US citizens to pledge exclusive allegiance to the United States, effectively ending dual citizenship
Senator Moreno argues that holding multiple nationalities creates “conflicts of interest and divided loyalties.” He believes that being an American citizen is an honor and a privilege, and if you want to be an American, it’s all or nothing
The bill could have significant implications for Nigerians who hold dual citizenship in Nigeria and the US. According to a report by the US Department of Homeland Security, 38,890 Nigerians became naturalized American citizens between 2021 and 2023. Nigerian law allows citizens by birth to hold dual nationality without relinquishing their Nigerian citizenship
If passed, the bill could also affect prominent figures such as US First Lady Melania Trump, who holds both US and Slovenian citizenship. The bill’s implications would be far-reaching, and it’s unclear how it would be enforced
The bill’s fate is uncertain, and it’s likely to face challenges in court. The Supreme Court has historically upheld the notion of dual citizenship, and it’s unclear how this bill would be received
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