- Twelve Nigerian workers rescued from the Central African Republic (CAR) have returned home.
- The workers faced delayed salary payments and challenging working conditions.
- They visited the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) office in Abuja, welcomed by Chairman Abike Dabiri-Erewa.
Twelve Nigerian workers who were recently rescued from the Central African Republic (CAR) have returned home and shared their difficult experiences while working abroad.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the returned individuals, whose situation gained attention after a video circulated online, visited the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) office in Abuja on Friday, August 15, where they were welcomed by NIDCOM Chairman Abike Dabiri-Erewa.
EDITOR’S PICKS
- Lagos PDP Inaugurates Screening Committee Ahead of State Congress
- North Needs Unity Not Infrastructure – APC Chieftain
- INEC Rejects ADC’s David Mark-Led Caretaker Committee
The leader of the group, Igorigo Freeborn, spoke about the challenges they faced, including delays in receiving their salaries and poor working conditions. He thanked the Nigerian government and various agencies for their support in bringing them home safely.
“We are grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, NIDCOM, and others who helped us during this difficult time,” Freeborn said.
Abike Dabiri-Erewa expressed sympathy for the workers and assured them that the Commission would assist in resolving their outstanding issues. She encouraged them to cooperate with authorities to help raise awareness about safe migration.
The Commission also provided some financial support to help the workers settle back into life in Nigeria. Dabiri-Erewa called on Nigerians and organizations to offer additional assistance to help the group rebuild their lives.
The workers include Rotimi Kupoluyi, Ajosi Julius, Odeh Collins, Anifowoshe Yekini, and others.
Click here to watch video of the returnees from the Central African Republic (CAR)
