Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, confirmed that approximately 85 of these individuals have been cleared for deportation, a development that is drawing significant attention from both governments.

In a statement, Odumegwu-Ojukwu highlighted the Nigerian government’s ongoing monitoring of the situation and urged US authorities to handle the deportation process with sensitivity. "We call on the US to ensure that the deportation is carried out with full respect for the dignity of the individuals and their families," she said, emphasising the potential emotional and financial strain on those being sent back and their loved ones.

The Nigerian government has voiced concerns over the far-reaching effects that such a mass deportation could have on the affected individuals, urging US authorities to strike a balance between security considerations and the human element involved. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is advocating for a careful and compassionate approach to this sensitive matter, aware of the potential strain it could place on communities on both sides of the Atlantic.

--ChannelAfrica--