The Federal Government has announced that it has secured a facility to assist Nigerians who may suffer mental distress following a deportation order by United States President Donald Trump.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this disclosure while affirming the government’s readiness to receive and reintegrate deported Nigerians into society.
Reports indicate that at least 3,690 Nigerians in the US are at risk of deportation after Trump reinstated his strict immigration policies upon returning to the Oval Office on January 20, 2025. The US government has since been intensifying efforts to track and expel undocumented immigrants.
Speaking on the matter, Tunji-Ojo emphasized that Nigeria is prepared to support its citizens, particularly those facing emotional distress. He revealed that the government, in collaboration with the British Council, has established a reintegration centre at the Lagos airport to provide psychological and social support for deportees struggling with mental fatigue and depression.
We have a lot of facilities. In collaboration with the British Council, we just established a centre at Lagos airport, which was commissioned in December. The aim is to welcome returnees and show them that Nigeria is a country that cares,” the minister stated.
He assured that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to protecting Nigerians both at home and abroad. “Whether in the country or the diaspora, there is only one president, and that is President Bola Tinubu. He will not shy away from his responsibilities,” he added.
As deportation efforts intensify in the US, the Nigerian government says it remains focused on ensuring that affected citizens receive the necessary support and reintegration assistance.
