FG warns US govt ahead of deportation of 85 Nigerians
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has told the United States of America (USA) to adhere to established protocols when deporting immigrants from its territory.
Bianca made this call following a visit by the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr., to the ministry.
In a statement issued by Magnus Eze, her special assistant on communication and new media, Odumegwu-Ojukwu voiced concerns over the possible suspension of the U.S. Drop Box Visa System.
She highlighted the emotional and financial distress faced by many Nigerians in the U.S. since the new administration signalled its intention to deport certain categories of immigrants.
“With the new U.S. administration, we want commitments. If deportation must happen, it should be dignified,” Odumegwu-Ojukwu stated.
She revealed that around 201 Nigerians are currently in U.S. immigration camps, with approximately 85 already cleared for deportation.
“Will they be given time to manage their assets, or will they simply be bundled onto planes and sent back?” she asked, stressing the trauma deportation could cause.
She noted that deportation affects not just those being repatriated but also their families in Nigeria, who depend on their remittances for survival and education.
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