Writing By Khadijah Aliyu ; Editing By Godwin Duru
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Kano Operations Office, in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Federal Government of Nigeria, has received 150 Nigerian returnees from Agadez, Niger Republic.
The returnees arrived safely at the Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, under the ongoing Assisted Voluntary Return initiative.
Officials from the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) conducted biometric registration and proper documentation of all returnees to ensure accurate identification and smooth reintegration into the country.
According to the demographic breakdown, the group comprised 88 adult males, 32 adult females, 14 male children and 16 female children.
In line with the Federal Government’s commitment to the safe, dignified, and humane return of its citizens, the returnees were provided with immediate humanitarian assistance, including food, potable water, medical care, ambulance services, and luggage handling support to ease their transit process.
NEMA, in partnership with IOM, the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), and other stakeholders, ensured that the reception exercise was well-coordinated, efficient, and centered on the dignity and welfare of all returnees.
Rel/Khadijah Aliyu
