The Nigerian Government has announced its commitment to enhancing diaspora remittances by promoting regular pathways for migration.
At a press conference preceding the 2024 National Migration Dialogue in Abuja, Tijjani Aliyu, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons, made a significant statement regarding Nigeria’s economic standing.
He highlighted that in the year 2023, the country generated over 23 billion dollars through remittances, which serves as a considerable advantage for Nigeria’s economic landscape.
Aliyu posited that as an increasing number of Nigerians migrate legally to other countries and secure employment opportunities, the volume of remittances sent back to Nigeria will rise, thereby facilitating economic growth and development within the country.
He further stated that the Nigerian Government is already interfacing with other countries to address the issues of maltreatment and involuntary deportation of Nigerians from other countries.
Additionally, he mentioned that Nigeria’s assumption of the Rabat Process leadership in 2025, will also give the nation an edge to determine what happens in the migration space, globally.
“We have been receiving reports that Nigerians living outside the country are being maltreated and Nigeria is doing something about it. We are interfacing with some countries and when Nigeria becomes the Chair of the Rabat Process, we will look into issues of maltreatment, and involuntary deportations and we will ensure that they are well-protected”
The Federal Commissioner noted that the National Migration Dialogue will serve as a platform to highlight the government’s initiatives aimed at addressing the challenges of irregular migration, fostering regular migration pathways, and equipping migrants with the skills and knowledge needed to make meaningful contributions to national and global development.
He also emphasized the urgent need to safeguard the rights of migrants, provide access to decent work, ensure accurate information, and facilitate safe and dignified migration pathways.
The 2024 National Migration Dialogue is entitled “Beyond Borders: Celebrating Migrants’ Legacy, Protecting Their Rights.” This Dialogue will emphasize the significant contributions of migrants to socio-economic development in both their countries of origin and their host countries.
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