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National Migration Policy’ll Tame Illegal Movement – NCFRMI
Joel Ajayi
The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) has stated that ongoing review of National Migration Policy will tamed the illegal migration and enhance migration governance and management in Nigeria.
Speaking at the at a three-day meeting of the Technical Working Group on Migration and Development on Tuesday in Abuja, the Federal Commissioner, (NCFRMI), Alhaji Tijani Ahmed, said that through advocacy and proper guidance, irregular migration would reduce in the country.
The Technical meeting put in place by NCFRMI, in Collaboration with International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and Migration Partnership Trust Fund (MPTF)
He expressed that, the decision to review the national policy on migrations was agreed upon in 2022.
According to him, the policy aims to ensure that Nigerians migrate regularly and safely, avoiding dangerous routes like the Mediterranean Sea.
Ahmed further stated that the policy would provide directions and methods for Nigerians to follow, which would be benefiting to both individuals and the country.
“The committee has been set up to oversee the necessary processes and logistics related to the migration policy.
“Various issues related to migrations, including internal and international displacement due to flooding and banditry, are being addressed.
“The goal is to create a comprehensive and holistic policy to guide workers over the next five years,” he said.
Ahmed, therefore, encouraged the stakeholders to contribute meaningfully to the discussions.
Their collective inputs, according to him, will help to produce a policy that prioritises Nigeria’s migration agenda and aligns with the international commitments.
“Together, we can produce a National Migration Policy that sets a benchmark for effective migration governance and positively impacts our nation and its people.
Speaking on Nigerian refugees, the federal commissioner said that many Nigerians were living as refugees, with no fewer than 53,000 in Cameroon alone.
“In Nigeria, there are about 25,000 refugees, with additional numbers in Chad and other regions.
“The government is working on repatriating these refugees back to Nigeria to integrate them into the community,” he said.
He However, encouraged participants to contribute meaningfully to the discussions to produce a National Migration Policy for effective migration governance and positively impacts in the country and its people.
In his remarked, Acting Chief Mission IOM Paola Pace who was represented by Medeiros Ana lauded the Nigeria government effort toward realization of the national policy on Migration which she believed if achieve will bring more growth and good Governance to the country.
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Hon. Jabiru Abdullahi Encourages Nigerians to Embrace Eid Values of Sacrifice and Unity
By Joel Ajayi
The National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, Hon. Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi, has extended warm Sallah greetings to Muslims across the country as they celebrate Sallah
In a statement issued on Thursday by Ogwa Vivian Onyedibia, Senior Assistant on Media to the AUDA-NEPAD CEO, Hon. Abdullahi urged Nigerians to embrace the core values of sacrifice, unity, and compassion that define the season.
He emphasized that these principles are essential not only to the spiritual significance of the celebration but also to national development and peaceful coexistence.
“Eid is a time for reflection, sacrifice, and togetherness. As we celebrate, let us renew our commitment to building a more united, peaceful, and prosperous Nigeria,” he said.
Hon. Abdullahi expressed hope that the celebration would inspire a collective spirit among Nigerians and strengthen the bonds of love, empathy, and patriotism across communities.
He wished all Muslim faithful a joyous and fulfilling celebration, praying for continued peace and blessings upon the nation.
Barka da Sallah!
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