Nigeria and Ethiopia Sign Inmate Repatriation Agreement

Nigeria has finalized a repatriation agreement with Ethiopia, allowing for the transfer of 98 Nigerian inmates, consisting of 96 men and 2 women, back to Nigeria. The agreement was signed by Nigeria's Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, and Ethiopia's Minister of Justice, Hanna Arayaselassi.

It provides a legal framework for eligible inmates, who must have at least one year remaining on their sentences, to voluntarily consent to the transfer. The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represented by Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, emphasized that this agreement is part of Nigeria's citizen-centered diplomacy and aims to uphold the country's image while encouraging Nigerians abroad to respect local laws.

The agreement also includes provisions for rehabilitation and reintegration programs for returning inmates, with assurances from the Nigerian government regarding their support upon return. Inmates expressed joy over the agreement, singing in appreciation for President Tinubu's efforts.