Nigeria Urges Respectful Deportation Process for 85 Citizens from US
Nigerian Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu called for the deportation of 85 Nigerians from the United States in a plan. At a meeting with U.S. Ambassador Richard Mills Jr. in Abuja, she stressed that affected people need enough time to organize their personal affairs and warns the emotions of families who rely on remittances. and economic pressure. Odumegwu-Ojukwu also expressed concerns about the potential suspension of the drop-box visa system, which simplifies travel for real applicants and highlights the uncertainty of USAID’s future in Nigeria. Ambassador Mills’ response was confirmed that the countdown policy was only under review, not suspended, while USDA remains committed to health care and humanitarian efforts. He added that the repatriated Nigerians will arrive in Lagos, with the first batch composed of people with criminal convictions or those who violate U.S. immigration laws.
source: gairametrics
