The International Organisation for Migration, a United Nations agency, on Tuesday in Lagos received 180 Nigerian migrants, including women and children, from Libya.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the returnees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, through the Pilgrims and Cargo Terminal aboard a chartered Buraq Airline flight at about 8:15 p.m.
The migrants, who mainly consisted of women and children, are voluntary returnees from Libya.
Speaking to newsmen at the airport, the IOM Subhead in Lagos, Mr Ali Ibrahim, said the majority of the migrants were from detention camps in Benghazi, Libya.
“We are here tonight to welcome home 180 Nigerian migrants from Libya after difficult journeys along migration routes.
“Many left in search of opportunity, but instead faced hardship, uncertainty and for some, exploitation.
” Today, there is relief, but return is only the first step.
“Working closely with the Government of Nigeria and
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