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A Glance at Nigeria’s Migration Dilemma In recent events, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) flagged a group of 62 individuals—comprised of 51 men and 11 women—who were detained for illegal entry and subsequently deported through proper channels. This incident sheds light on the pressing issue of irregular migration across West Africa’s vulnerable borders, underscoring the heightened scrutiny of regional movements. Mr. Tony Akuneme, the Controller of the command, shared the details in a statement issued on a Sunday in…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AX) — As dawn cast its first light over Johannesburg this Wednesday morning, a dramatic event unfolded in a quiet suburban enclave known as Lombardy East. The tranquility was shattered when dozens of foreign nationals, with many being teenagers and young adults hailing from Ethiopia and Somalia, courageously broke free from a house. The local police, the ever-vigilant South African Police Service (SAPS), quickly mobilized to investigate the incident as a potential breach of South Africa’s…

The United States has recently transferred all 40 migrants held at its Guantanamo military base in Cuba to Louisiana, according to a US defense official. Washington initiated these flights to the infamous base—historically known as a detention center for those apprehended during the "War on Terror"—earlier last month. This move is part of President Donald Trump's broader immigration enforcement strategy. As confirmed by the defense official, "I can confirm that all 40 were flown back to Louisiana" on Tuesday. When…

In the early hours of dawn, the rugged coastline of Yemen comes into view for the Ethiopian migrants braving the tumultuous waters of the Gulf of Aden. They arrive not with hope alone but intertwined with a mix of trepidation and desperation. Their destination: Saudi Arabia. Their dreams: A better life. Yet, the path they tread is fraught with unimaginable peril. “Mass shootings by the border forces.” This chilling phrase resonates as more Ethiopian migrants report unspeakable violence on their journey. Saudi…

Unveiling the Human Mosaic Beyond Borders In the quiet corners of Ogun State, nestled amidst the clamor of daily lives, a discreet yet significant operation unfolded. The The Punch reported on a multi-faceted immigration sweep carried out with precision and purpose by officers from both the Ogun State Command and Zone A headquarters. Their mission? To address the lacunae in border management and the movement of undocumented individuals seeking an elusive place in the Nigerian sun. At the…

Uncertain Paths: The Stories Behind Migration Ahmed Abdulqadir Ahmed, better known as Baaba Jeey, sits in a wheelchair, the winter sun casting a bright glow over his hopeful gesture—a thumbs-up. For months now, this Somali asylum seeker has called Germany home, but with recent election results stirring the pot of anti-immigration sentiment, his future teeters on a precipice. Despite the cloudy horizon, Baaba Jeey clings to hope, a lifeline threaded through his challenging journey. Political Shift and Its…

Garowe (AX) – On a brisk Tuesday morning, a shadowy group of Ethiopian migrants found themselves in the firm grasp of Northeastern State's security forces, ingeniously crossing the formidable border into Somalia. In a swift and efficient maneuver, these individuals were sent back whence they came, to their homeland of Ethiopia. The crackdown was more than just an isolated event. "One way or another, we will tackle these smuggling networks head-on," declared a senior military figure, whose words carried the solemn weight of…

Bosaso (AX) — Imagine the bleak horizon, a barren canvas where ambition and despair mingle. In such a landscape, one might think that dreams could flourish or wither silently, but not so in Northeastern State. Here, intelligence reports expose a story of exploitation, where ISIS employs a pernicious strategy to bolster its presence. It targets the vulnerable, preying upon those seeking hope across treacherous paths. What compels these militants to trap foreign migrants in their web of deceit and coercion? A senior…

In a painful reminder of the desperate journeys undertaken by countless individuals seeking a better life, Libyan security forces have unearthed nearly 50 bodies from two mass graves located in the arid southeastern desert. This grim discovery shines a light on the tragic realities faced by those attempting to cross the Mediterranean in search of a new beginning. The recent unearthing of a mass grave containing 28 migrants in the city of Kufra aligns with the discovery of another grave just days prior, where 19 bodies were…

Libya, an unwitting waypoint for countless migrants and refugees hoping to navigate the perilous Mediterranean crossing to Europe, has again emerged as a focal point of tragedy and despair. The recent discovery of mass graves, punctuated by grim gunshot wounds on some bodies, paints a harrowing portrait of the dangers faced on these treacherous journeys. How did we come to this? The United Nations, in its latest report, has confirmed the alarming revelations about these graves, further intensifying the urgency with which…