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FG Recieves 180 Stranded Nigerian Migrants From Libya
Joel Ajayi
On Wednesday 19th February 2025, in a coordinated, all-of-government approach, the Federal Government facilitated the reception of 180 Nigerian migrants who were stranded in Libya.
In a statement signed on Wednesday by the National Commission for Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons Southwest Zonal Coordinator Alexander Oturu revealed that, their humanitarian return was facilitated by the Nigerian mission in Tripoli and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
The reception exercise took place at the Cargo terminal of the Murtala Mohamed International Airport, in Lagos Southwest Nigeria.
Representing the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission For Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), Honourable Aliyu Tijani Ahmed, the Southwest Zonal Coordinator, Mr. Alexander Oturu, stated that in line with Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the returnees would be integrated into various government programmes, as well as the reintegration programmes of the UN Migration Agency, IOM.
The migrants were conveyed to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, camp where the NCFRMI and IOM have a tripartite agreement to provide temporary shelter for the returnees before they are provided with onward transportation allowance to enable them get to their final destination.
According to Mr. Oturu, there were 76 males, 92 females, 8 children and 4 infants on board the IOM chartered flight from Libya.
The Edo State Migration Agency, led by the Director General, Honourable Lucky Agazuma also attended the reception with a view to conveying Edo State indigenes free of charge to Benin, the Edo State capital.
Officers from the NCFRMI and the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) profiled the migrants and officers from Port Health, FAAN, Federal Ministry of Labour (Migrants Resource Centre), Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Child Protection Network and Web of Hearts Foundation were also in attendance to provide assistance.
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Rotary District 9127 To Donate $600,000 For Humanitarian Aid
Rotary International District 9127 has announced plans to raise and donate 600,000 dollars to support humanitarian efforts in Nigeria during the 2025-2026 Rotary year through various funding initiatives.
District Governor-elect, Dame Princess Okoro, made this statement on Wednesday in Abuja during the District Team Learning Seminar (DTLS) for district officers.
Okoro explained that the goal was to increase the impact of Rotary’s work in Nigeria.
Detailing the funding distribution, she said that 300,000 dollars would be raised via the Annual Fund, 120,000 dollars through the Endowment Fund, and 180,000 dollars through PolioPlus.
Okoro emphasised that rotary, as a humanitarian organisation, was committed to giving back to society to create lasting impact.
She shared her experience as president of the Rotary Club of Asokoro, where the club adopted a village, Galuwi, in 2012.
“Since then, we’ve made significant impacts by addressing community needs, including sinking boreholes and renovating the health centre,” she said.
Speaking on the training session for the 200 district officers, Okoro highlighted its importance in preparing them for their roles in the 2025-2026 Rotary year.
She encouraged participants to identify underserved regions, collaborate with neighbouring clubs, and create flexible club models that aligned with modern lifestyles while upholding rotary’s values.
She also urged them to mentor new members, ensuring the sustainability and passion of each club.
District Governor, Mr Mike Nwanoshiri, outlined measurable goals for the district, including increasing impact, service projects, membership, and youth engagement.
He reaffirmed that in spite of economic challenges, Rotarians remained committed to serving humanity.
Past District Governor, Mr Ayoola Oyedokun, noted that the training aimed to strengthen the district’s service to communities.
“By training these individuals, they will take their knowledge back to the clubs they oversee, helping Rotarians understand the importance of community impact,” he explained.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Rotary International is a global service organisation bringing together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian services, among other efforts.
NAN
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