Nigeria won't deport foreigners to UK under new migration deal

Nigeria will not accept deported foreigners under its new migration agreement with the UK, according to the Presidency. The deal applies only to Nigerian citizens living in the UK without legal permission, as clarified by presidential aide Temitope Ajayi. Nigeria is not being forced to take non-citizens, and the UK is not compelling Nigeria to accept people who aren't its citizens. The agreement ensures Nigerians returning home will be treated fairly under Nigerian law and allows them to return to the UK if they meet immigration requirements. Both countries will collaborate on information sharing, training, and improving border systems.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/20/foreigners-wont-be-deported-to-nigeria-presidency-clarifies-uk-deal/