A Nigerian woman has voluntarily returned to her home country following former U.S. President Donald Trump’s strict immigration policies, Naija247news reports. The move comes as Trump’s administration intensified efforts to deport undocumented immigrants, creating a wave of fear among migrant communities.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that the Nigerian woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, took the drastic step of self-deportation rather than risk being forcibly removed by U.S. immigration authorities. Sources close to the matter disclosed that she had lived in the United States for several years but lacked the necessary legal documentation to remain in the country.
Naija247news understands that Trump’s administration had prioritized aggressive immigration enforcement, with sweeping raids and deportation orders targeting individuals without valid residency status. Many undocumented immigrants, especially from Africa, faced increasing uncertainty as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) intensified operations.
According to Naija247news, the woman’s decision to leave voluntarily was influenced by the rising number of deportations and the fear of being detained under harsh conditions. Reports indicate that several Nigerians in similar situations have also chosen self-deportation as a safer alternative, fearing potential bans from re-entering the U.S. if forcibly removed.
Naija247news reports that her return highlights the broader impact of U.S. immigration policies on Nigerian migrants and the growing concerns within the diaspora community. Many undocumented Nigerians have sought legal counsel to explore possible pathways to regularization, while others are contemplating returning home voluntarily.
As the debate over immigration policies continues, the Nigerian government has urged its citizens in the U.S. to remain law-abiding and seek legal means to regularize their status. Meanwhile, advocacy groups continue to call for more humane immigration policies that consider the plight of those who have built lives in the U.S. despite lacking legal documentation.
