NEMA RECEIVES 180 NIGERIAN RETURNEES FROM LIBYABy OPAWALE MICHAEL AYOMIDEThe National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has received 180 Nigerian nationals returning from Sebha, Libya, under an assisted voluntary return programme coordinated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in collaboration with the Federal Government.The returnees arrived at the Cargo Terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos State, at approximately 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, aboard an Air Buraq Airlines flight.According to reports published on Wednesday, October 28, the returnees comprised 143 adults, 26 children and 11 infants.The group included 75 adult males and 68 adult females, while the children consisted of 12 boys and 14 girls. The infants comprised three boys and eight girls.NEMA’s Lagos Operations Office received the returnees in collaboration with the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI).Upon arrival, officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service conducted biometric registration and documentation to establish their identities and support the reintegration process.The returnees also received immediate humanitarian assistance, including food, drinking water, medical screening, ambulance services for those requiring medical attention, luggage handling and counselling.NEMA said reintegration support was provided to help the returnees return to their respective communities.The operation involved relevant government agencies and partner organisations working together to ensure the safe and dignified reception of the returning Nigerians.The Assisted Voluntary Return programme helps migrants who wish to return to their home countries do so with support, including assistance with travel and reintegration.The latest arrival highlights continuing efforts by Nigerian authorities and international partners to assist citizens returning from Libya.