180 stranded Nigerians return from Libya

The International Organization for Migration in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency, Lagos Territorial Office, on Wednesday evening, ensured a smooth repatriation of 180 Nigerians stranded in Libya

The stranded group consists of 67 adult females, 55 adult males, 24 female children, 18 male children, and 16 infants.

They arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos at approximately 7:30 pm aboard a charter flight operated by Al-Buraq Airlines as part of its ongoing effort to provide humanitarian assistance to those in need.

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A total of 180 Nigerians stranded in Libya returned home on Wednesday evening, marking a significant

Upon arrival, the Nigerian Immigration Service conducted a biometric profiling of the returnees to ensure proper documentation and support.

In addition to this, various government agencies provided humanitarian assistance to the returnees to aid their reintegration into society.

The IOM continues to play a crucial role in assisting Nigerians stranded abroad, and this latest evacuation underscores the organisation’s commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of migrants.