IOM Rescues 67,000 Stranded Nigerian Migrants

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has successfully rescued 67,000 stranded Nigerian migrants and has supported 30,000 of them since 2017. Fatima Adeyemi, an IOM project assistant, disclosed these figures during a migration report workshop held in Lagos.

The IOM's efforts include voluntary return and reintegration programs, providing psychological, social, and economic support to returning migrants. Adeyemi highlighted the importance of raising awareness about illegal migration, particularly among schoolchildren, to prevent them from being misled.

The IOM aims to enhance the capacity of Nigerian journalists to report on migration issues accurately. The organization also collaborates with national and regional entities to ensure safe migration practices and the legal management of immigration issues.

The IOM's mission focuses on protecting displaced migrants and facilitating their safe return to Nigeria.