By James Agbor
Following a credible intelligence, the Nigeria Immigration Service has successfully apprehended fifty-one (51) irregular migrants of Malian origin on Monday, 31st March 2025, in New Nyanya area of Karu Local Government, Nasarawa State.
In a statement issued by Nigerian Immigration Service, Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, and made available to ASTV said the breakdown of the arrested migrants indicates eleven (11) females and forty (40) males with ages between 16 and 19.
According to the stay, preliminary investigations conducted by the Service suggests that the migrants may have been victims of Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and Smuggling of Migrants (SOM), as they were found without valid travel documents or residence permits.
The arrested individuals have been taken into the custody of the Service for further profiling and investigation to determine the circumstances of their migration and any potential involvement of trafficking or smuggling networks or syndicates.
The statement further noted that the Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to ensuring that Nigeria’s borders are protected against illegal migration while upholding the rights of migrants who comply with the country’s immigration laws.
The Service continues to work closely with relevant authorities and stakeholders to combat smuggling of migrants and counter trafficking in persons effectively.
The service however, reassures the general public of its unwavering commitment to National Security and Migration Management while encouraging citizens to report suspicious migration activities to the nearest NIS Commands and Formations.
BORDER SECURITY: NIS Apprehends Over 50 Irregular Migrants of Malian Origin
By James Agbor
Following a credible intelligence, the Nigeria Immigration Service has successfully apprehended fifty-one (51) irregular migrants of Malian origin on Monday, 31st March 2025, in New Nyanya area of Karu Local Government, Nasarawa State.
In a statement issued by Nigerian Immigration Service, Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, and made available to ASTV said the breakdown of the arrested migrants indicates eleven (11) females and forty (40) males with ages between 16 and 19.
According to the stay, preliminary investigations conducted by the Service suggests that the migrants may have been victims of Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and Smuggling of Migrants (SOM), as they were found without valid travel documents or residence permits.
The arrested individuals have been taken into the custody of the Service for further profiling and investigation to determine the circumstances of their migration and any potential involvement of trafficking or smuggling networks or syndicates.
The statement further noted that the Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to ensuring that Nigeria’s borders are protected against illegal migration while upholding the rights of migrants who comply with the country’s immigration laws.
The Service continues to work closely with relevant authorities and stakeholders to combat smuggling of migrants and counter trafficking in persons effectively.
The service however, reassures the general public of its unwavering commitment to National Security and Migration Management while encouraging citizens to report suspicious migration activities to the nearest NIS Commands and Formations.
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By James Agbor
Following a credible intelligence, the Nigeria Immigration Service has successfully apprehended fifty-one (51) irregular migrants of Malian origin on Monday, 31st March 2025, in New Nyanya area of Karu Local Government, Nasarawa State.
In a statement issued by Nigerian Immigration Service, Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, and made available to ASTV said the breakdown of the arrested migrants indicates eleven (11) females and forty (40) males with ages between 16 and 19.
According to the stay, preliminary investigations conducted by the Service suggests that the migrants may have been victims of Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and Smuggling of Migrants (SOM), as they were found without valid travel documents or residence permits.
The arrested individuals have been taken into the custody of the Service for further profiling and investigation to determine the circumstances of their migration and any potential involvement of trafficking or smuggling networks or syndicates.
The statement further noted that the Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to ensuring that Nigeria’s borders are protected against illegal migration while upholding the rights of migrants who comply with the country’s immigration laws.
The Service continues to work closely with relevant authorities and stakeholders to combat smuggling of migrants and counter trafficking in persons effectively.
The service however, reassures the general public of its unwavering commitment to National Security and Migration Management while encouraging citizens to report suspicious migration activities to the nearest NIS Commands and Formations.
LEAVE A REPLY
By James Agbor
Following a credible intelligence, the Nigeria Immigration Service has successfully apprehended fifty-one (51) irregular migrants of Malian origin on Monday, 31st March 2025, in New Nyanya area of Karu Local Government, Nasarawa State.
In a statement issued by Nigerian Immigration Service, Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, and made available to ASTV said the breakdown of the arrested migrants indicates eleven (11) females and forty (40) males with ages between 16 and 19.
According to the stay, preliminary investigations conducted by the Service suggests that the migrants may have been victims of Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and Smuggling of Migrants (SOM), as they were found without valid travel documents or residence permits.
The arrested individuals have been taken into the custody of the Service for further profiling and investigation to determine the circumstances of their migration and any potential involvement of trafficking or smuggling networks or syndicates.
The statement further noted that the Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to ensuring that Nigeria’s borders are protected against illegal migration while upholding the rights of migrants who comply with the country’s immigration laws.
The Service continues to work closely with relevant authorities and stakeholders to combat smuggling of migrants and counter trafficking in persons effectively.
The service however, reassures the general public of its unwavering commitment to National Security and Migration Management while encouraging citizens to report suspicious migration activities to the nearest NIS Commands and Formations.