NEMA Saves 180 Nigerians from Libya's Migrant Crisis

NEMA Rescues 180 Nigerians Stranded in Libya

“The returnees arrived at about 1930hours aboard charter flight, Al-Buraq airline with registration...”

180 stranded Nigerians repatriated from Libya, get assistance from NEMA. International Organization for Migration facilitates voluntary evacuation.

The Lagos territorial office of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has welcomed back 180 Nigerians who were stranded in Libya. This group of returnees consists of 67 women, 55 men, 42 children, and 16 infants, who arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Wednesday, October 2, at 7:30 pm.

Upon arrival, the Nigerian Immigration Service conducted biometric profiling to ensure proper documentation and support for the returnee. NEMA, in collaboration with other stakeholders, provided humanitarian aid, including essential items to meet their immediate needs.

The repatriation was facilitated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) as part of the ongoing voluntary evacuation of Nigerian nationals from Libya. This effort demonstrates the commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to those in need.

Returnees' Breakdown:

• Adult Females: 67
• Adult Males: 55
• Children: 42
• Infants: 16 

This successful repatriation marks a significant step in bringing home Nigerians stranded abroad and providing them with necessary support.

“In continuation of voluntary evacuation of Nigerian nationals from Libya facilitated by International Organization for Migration (IOM), the NEMA Lagos Territorial Office (LTO) and other stakeholders received a batch of 180 returnees on Wednesday 2nd October, 2024,” the post reads.

“The returnees arrived at about 1930hours aboard charter flight, Al-Buraq airline with registration no, 5A-DMG with 180 returnees on board.

“They comprised, 67 adult females, 55 adult males, 24 female children, 18 male children and 16 infants.

“The returnees were taken through biometric profiling by Nigerian Immigration Service while other humanitarian supports were provided by other agencies of government.

“This was to ensure they were well received and had basic items to meet their immediate needs.”