NEMA, IOM receive 145 returnees from Libya
The National Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with the International Organisation for Migration, has received 145 Nigerian returnees from Benghazi, Libya, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja.
According to a statement by NEMA, the returnees arrived at about 8:27 p.m. aboard an Al Buraq Airlines flight as part of the Assisted Voluntary Return programme.
“The breakdown shows 122 adults, comprising 46 males and 76 females. It also includes 29 children, with 13 males and 16 females. A total of 27 infants were received, comprising 17 males and 10 females,” the statement said.
It said the officials of the Nigeria Immigration Service conducted biometric registration and documentation of the returnees upon arrival.
“This is to ensure proper identification and facilitate their reintegration into the country. The returnees were provided with food and potable water to meet immediate needs.
“They also received medical care and ambulance services for those requiring attention. Other support included luggage handling, logistics assistance, and counselling services,” NEMA explained.
NEMA said the measures were to ensure a safe, dignified and coordinated reception process.
(NAN)
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