US Authorities to Deport 19 More Nigerians on 'Worst of the Worst' Criminal List
The United States government has intensified its deportation efforts, targeting 19 additional Nigerians who have been placed on its notorious "worst of the worst" criminal list. According to the latest data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's website, updated on Sunday, February 22, 2026, this new addition brings the total number of Nigerians scheduled for deportation to 113.
Serious Offenses Lead to Deportation
The newly listed individuals have been convicted of a range of severe criminal activities. Their offenses include s3xual assault of a minor, fraud, assault, drug trafficking, and money laundering, among others. A statement accompanying the list emphasized that these convicts were arrested by officials of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and will be deported once immigration procedures are completed.
The statement from the Department of Homeland Security read, "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is highlighting the worst of the worst criminal aliens arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Under Secretary Kristi Noem’s leadership, the hardworking men and women of DHS and ICE are fulfilling Donald Trump’s promise and carrying out mass deportations — starting with the worst of the worst — including the illegal aliens you see here."
Names of the Newly Added Individuals
The individuals recently added to the deportation list include:
- Adeolu Solabu
- Oladayo Agboola
- Chinonso Ochie
- Oluchi Jennifer Chimdimma Chime
- Samuel Omorodion
- Sunday Adediora
- Sunday Kunkushi
- Mkpouto Etukudoh
- Marcus Unigwe
- Kehinde James
- Blessing Uchanma
- Victor Adebisi
- Richard Ugbah
- Olaniyi Ojikutu
- Oluwamuyiwa Olawoye
- Okechukwu Amadi
- Femi Jolayemi
- Anthony Asanya
- Izuchukwu Okoye
- Ebele Agbasiele
Context of Sustained Crackdown
This development occurs amid a sustained crackdown by U.S. authorities on criminal and undocumented migrants. The enforcement actions reflect ongoing efforts to prioritize the deportation of individuals deemed high-risk due to their criminal convictions. The increase in the number of Nigerians on the list underscores the broader immigration policies being implemented under current U.S. leadership.
The process involves thorough immigration procedures to ensure legal compliance before deportation. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to removing those who pose significant threats to public safety, as part of a larger strategy to manage immigration and enhance national security.
