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Intending Migrants Told A Dash into Unknown Territory Spells Doom
Intending Migrants Told A Dash into Unknown Territory Spells Doom
By: Michael Mike
Nigerians have been advised to take time out to learn about the country they may be planning to migrate to as a dash into an unknown territory could spell doom and further set the migrant back.
Legal migration pathway was at the front burner of discussion at the two days seminar organised by European Union (EU) in collaboration with International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP) to curb the excesses of irregular migration as well as orientate those who have intention of migrating to Europe.
The resource person at the seminar , Comrade Ositadinmma Osemene said: “For someone to migrate legally, you need to know and understand the principle and regulations of the country you want go to, as we all know that different country have different policies and guidelines that guide the migrant. So If you are migrating, first things you should have in mind is the migration policy of the country you’re going and the directives.
“Like EU they have seven directives pathway policies that covered EU countries and the opportunities that migrant can tap into which will give them guarantee of living in any of EU countries.”
He added that: “If you understand over the period of years, we have been talking about issues of irregular migration, Human Trafficking Prevention people have been campaigning and yet you will see increase in irregular migration, people still embark on dangerous journey, people still acquire fake documents, people still get deceived by traveling agents instead of giving them visa for stay, they give them visa for visiting or tourist. So you will now find out that there is a vacuum in providing the real information about what you need to know before you can acquire this and travel to these countries.
“And these things you need to know are to be provided by the countries that you are going to, not by Nigeria, or not by the third countries, as being pronounced by EU countries. So the EU countries now have come up with this programme, a seminar on legal pathway to regular migration. And they have come up by giving us and providing us the general framework and also providing us with the directives, these directives are those requirements, those policies, those articles that you need to look at what is involved.”
Osemewe further explained the need to follow these seven pathways as it applies to the migrant. And they are, family reunification, employment as seasonal workers, intra cooperative transfer, au pairs, long term mobility permit, single permit and researcher/student directives.
He added that: “Even though you are a regular migrant there are criteria you will need to meet up with either you want to extend your stay or apply for any of these legal migration pathway. The benefit of this to the society at large is that, if you are willing or going to “JAPPA” you will be well informed, it will also enable you to follow the right way as the case may be”.
The seminar which includes twenty five selected members of the civil society organisations (CSOs) in all six geo political zone in Nigeria in partnership with FIIAPP are given mandates to disseminate this information to the grassroot and is expected to yield positive impacts.
The objective of the seminar is to concentrate on stepping it down to the local community, so that everyone will be aware of the danger of irregular migration and the opportunities that are available in case you are planning to travel to any of EU countries.
One of the participants , Mr Samuel Orovwuje, who spoke to journalists, said that: “One of the challenges in migration and development is that people don’t have sufficient information that will prepare them to use the normal channel. So, this opportunity of migrants save for legal migration is a welcome development and we think we can exploit this opportunity to improve on migration to Europe, particularly the European Union.
“But what is key from this seminar is that you have legal migration pathway that helps you to properly migrate to Europe, and that we have to reduce the negative impacts of irregular migration”.
An expert migration matters, Dr Tola Winjobi, in a comment, said government needs to pay a major role to dissuade members of the public from irregular migration.
Intending Migrants Told A Dash into Unknown Territory Spells Doom
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Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Global Anti-Drug War as NDLEA Officers Graduate from U.S. DEA Academy
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Global Anti-Drug War as NDLEA Officers Graduate from U.S. DEA Academy
By: Michael Mike
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening global collaboration in the fight against illicit drug trafficking and transnational organised crime as officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) completed advanced training at the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony on Friday, NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), said the increasing sophistication of criminal networks across borders requires deeper international cooperation and a coordinated global offensive.
Marwa stressed that criminal syndicates no longer operate within isolated territories, making intelligence sharing, joint operations and capacity building among nations indispensable in dismantling drug cartels and organised crime groups.
The ceremony, held at the elite DEA Training Academy, brought together officers from Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya for an intensive programme designed to sharpen investigative, operational and strategic enforcement capabilities. Participants were equipped with advanced skills to combat complex drug trafficking networks and related transnational crimes.
Describing the event as deeply significant, Marwa noted that the course was dedicated to members of the Special Investigative Unit (SIU) who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. He paid tribute to the fallen officers, describing them as heroes whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire law enforcement agencies worldwide.
Referencing the course motto, “Different nations, shared duty, one fight,” Marwa said it captured the collective resolve of partner countries against the global drug menace. He emphasised that only a unified, intelligence-driven response can effectively confront criminal enterprises that thrive on cross-border operations.
The NDLEA boss expressed confidence that the knowledge and competencies acquired by the graduating officers would significantly enhance the operational effectiveness of their respective agencies. He charged them to apply the training with integrity, professionalism and courage upon returning home, while upholding the highest standards of service.
Marwa also conveyed Nigeria’s appreciation to the United States Department of Justice, the DEA leadership and instructors for their continued mentorship and investment in capacity development.
He said the graduation marked not the end of training but the beginning of renewed responsibility, urging the officers to protect vulnerable communities and confront criminality wherever it threatens societal stability.
Marwa expressed optimism that the partnership between the NDLEA and the DEA would continue to deepen, yielding sustained success in the shared fight against illicit drugs and organised crime.
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Global Anti-Drug War as NDLEA Officers Graduate from U.S. DEA Academy
VP Shettima Attends High-Level Meeting On Africa’s Health Security Sovereignty
By: Our Reporter
Shortly after his bilateral discussions with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, Vice President Kashim Shettima moved on to a high-level meeting on Building Africa’s Health Security Sovereignty on the sidelines of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The session, organized by Africa CDC and fully supported by the Nigerian government, convenes African leaders and health policymakers to chart the path toward strengthening the continent’s health emergency preparedness, response systems, and pharmaceutical independence.
Joining the Vice President at the meeting are key Nigerian officials including the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yussuf Tuggar.
Other African health ministers in attendance include Dr. Ibrahim Sy of Senegal, Madalisto Baloyi of Malawi, and Dr. Mekdes Daba of Ethiopia.
VP Shettima Attends High-Level Meeting On Africa’s Health Security Sovereignty
ISWAP suspected in Baga abduction of five civilians
By: Zagazola Makama
Five civilians were abducted on Feb. 12, 2026, by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Doro Baga, Kukawa Local Government Area, Borno State, the Police Command reported.
Sources disclosed that the victims, Alhaji Sani Boyi, Bullama Dan Umaru, Baba Inusa, Abubakar Jan Boris, and Mallam Shaibu, were taken while purchasing fresh fish at a local market around 7:00 a.m.
The troops of Sector 3 Operation HADIN KAI, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF)/hunters immediately responded to the incident.
Relevant intelligence has been gathered, and search and rescue operations are ongoing to secure the release of the victims.
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