HC Deb 21 February 1963 vol 672 cc86-7W
58. Mr. Fletcher

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will in the exercise of his discretion grant political asylum to Chief Enahoro of Nigeria.

Mr. Fletcher-Cooke

My right hon. hon. Friend is considering this case in the light of the various representations which have been made to him and of all revelant factors.

Mr. Swingler

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on what date he received a request for political asylum in the United Kingdom from Chief Anthony Enahoro of Nigeria; and when he expect to reach a decision on the matter.

Mr. Fletcher-Cooke

On 15th February, 1963; shortly.