In a recent press conference, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) disclosed that over 1,000 Nigerians are stranded in the UK, falling victim to fraudulent job schemes.
Laurent De Boeck, IOM’s chief of mission to Nigeria, revealed that these individuals have collectively lost nearly $10,000 each, with many reluctant to return home due to feelings of shame.
De Boeck emphasized the prevalence of scams, where victims, expecting legitimate employment, end up with fake documents.
The IOM has collaborated with the Federal Government of Nigeria, facilitating the return of 4,431 Nigerians and supporting their reintegration, with 2,853 individuals benefiting from reintegration assistance and engaging in socio-economic opportunities.
In 2023, 260,000 Nigerians sought IOM’s assistance for migration through proper channels, with a significant number opting for the UK. De Boeck acknowledged a decline in migration from Edo to Europe, attributing it to the counter-trafficking measures implemented by the state government. The international agency has worked alongside the federal government to reintegrate 4,431 Nigerians with their families.
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