Two Nigerians evacuated from South Africa have recounted their experiences of discrimination, documentation challenges and financial hardship, as the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission pledged support for their reintegration and aspirations back home.
The returnees shared their stories on Saturday at the 2026 National Diaspora Day Youth Empowerment Summit in Abuja, where the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, introduced them as examples of resilience despite the challenges they faced abroad.
One of the returnees, a Chemical Engineering student, narrated how he successfully combined his studies with operating a tutoring business that catered to more than 30 students every week before circumstances compelled him to return to Nigeria.
He said he hoped to complete his education while pursuing opportunities in Nigeria’s power and petroleum sectors.
Reflecting on his stay in South Africa, the student said although he missed the friendships he built there, “I do not
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