The Federal Government has confirmed the repatriation of 828 foreigners to their respective countries in 2024.

Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, made this disclosure on Tuesday during a media parley in Abuja. While the minister did not provide details about the specific offences of those repatriated, he stated that the operation was executed by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

“The Nigeria Immigration Service successfully carried out the repatriation of 828 foreigners this year,” Tunji-Ojo said, emphasizing the government’s commitment to safeguarding national security and maintaining strict immigration protocols.

Although further details regarding the nationalities or circumstances surrounding the repatriations were not revealed, the announcement underscores the Federal Government’s efforts to manage immigration and enforce laws against irregularities.

The NIS has been active in cracking down on illegal migration, overstayed visas, and other immigration violations, aligning with the government’s broader objectives of national security and border control.

Observers believe this development highlights the administration’s focus on addressing challenges posed by irregular migration and foreign nationals in violation of immigration laws.

Further details about the repatriation process or its implications for bilateral relations with the affected countries are yet to be provided. However, the minister assured that the government remains dedicated to upholding lawful and orderly migration practices in Nigeria.