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75 Boat Operators Trained for Safer Inland Waterways

The Federal Government, through NIWA, has trained 75 boat drivers from Lagos, Ogun, and Ondo states in navigation and safety to curb accidents. This initiative aims to boost professionalism on Nigeria's inland waterways.

Migrant swallows vape battery to stop deportation

An illegal migrant convicted of child sex offences swallowed a vape battery in a calculated bid to avoid deportation from the UK. Read the full details of the case and the ongoing legal battle.

Lady Returns to Nigeria After 4 Years in Libya

A Nigerian woman shares her powerful story of returning home after four challenging years in Libya, opening up about her health struggles and message of resilience. Read her inspiring journey.

US Dismisses 8 Immigration Judges in New York

The US Department of Justice has dismissed eight immigration judges in New York City, a move seen as part of President Trump's nationwide crackdown on undocumented migrants. Read the full story.

Libya Ramps Up Repatriation of Irregular Migrants

Libya announces plans to send more sub-Saharan African migrants home, citing limited international support. Interior Minister Imad Trabelsi details the repatriation program and challenges.

Nigerians Die in Libya Migrant Boat Capsize

Two Nigerians confirmed dead, two rescued as migrant boat carrying 49 people capsizes off Libya coast. Over 1,000 lives lost on Central Mediterranean route in 2025.

Libya Deports 80 Nigerian Migrants

Libyan authorities have deported 80 Nigerian migrants from detention centres. The move aims to curb irregular migration and ease overcrowding. Learn more about the ongoing crackdown.

Libya Deports 80 Nigerian Migrants

Libyan authorities have deported 80 Nigerian migrants found residing illegally. The operation was coordinated with Nigerian consular support at Mitiga Airport.

180 Nigerian Returnees Arrive from Libya via NEMA

NEMA receives 180 vulnerable Nigerian returnees from Libya. The group includes medical cases and receives immediate humanitarian assistance. Read about the coordinated rescue effort.

Sarkozy Released from Prison by European Court

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, 70, has been ordered released from prison by a Paris court after serving less than three weeks of his five-year sentence for Libyan campaign funding. Read details.

Navy rescues 11 from sinking boat in Bonny River

Quick-thinking Nigerian Navy personnel rescue 11 passengers from certain tragedy as passenger boat encounters disaster in Bonny River waters. Heroic operation prevents potential maritime tragedy.

NIS Forms Anti-Smuggling Alliance to Combat Migrant Crisis

Nigeria Immigration Service joins forces with key agencies in groundbreaking collaboration to dismantle human trafficking networks and protect vulnerable migrants through enhanced intelligence and coordinated operations.

Navy rescues 11 from sinking boat in Bonny River

In a heroic emergency operation, the Nigerian Navy rescued 11 passengers from a sinking passenger boat along Bonny River. The swift response prevented a potential tragedy in the busy waterways.

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