Ms Barengayabo said the training would help the officers to handle all manner of GBV and prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and trafficking in persons.
IOM noted that the number of unidentified deaths remains high.
“The evacuees included 78 males, 55 females, 13 children, and one infant.’’
IOM said many returnees experienced distress upon return due to feelings of shame, failure and stigmatisation.
IOM said it would reinforce its commitment to helping Nigeria tackle irregular migration.
The IOM has identified 24 communities in four Katsina local government areas for a pilot project on conflict mitigation and reconciliation.
The UN Migration Agency and partners are seeking $84 million to provide humanitarian and development assistance to over one million migrants.
The Tunisian coast has become a common launching point for thousands of migrants seeking a better life in Europe.
