The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, has appealed to Nigerians and institutions to assist in reintegrating 258 citizens recently evacuated from South Africa.
Speaking on Democracy Day, Doro emphasized that beyond celebrating democratic governance, the nation must demonstrate compassion and solidarity.
He noted that the returnees, who arrived at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport aboard a chartered Air Peace flight, need collective support to rebuild their lives.
“The government cannot do it alone. We welcome the support of the private sector, development organisations, philanthropic institutions, state governments and citizens who are willing to help restore dignity, rebuild lives and create opportunities,” he said.
The minister explained that while the Federal Government provided initial reception, profiling, health screening, and documentation, sustainable reintegration requires broader societal involvement.
Many of the returnees, he added, suffered disruptions to their livelihoods and will need emotional and economic support.Doro stressed that democracy is not only about
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