Five Nigerians were arrested on Sunday in Libya’s southern city of Sabha over the alleged theft of electrical equipment from a farm.
- Arrests were made by the Al-Qahira Police Department in Sabha.
- The suspects were reportedly caught with stolen items belonging to a local farm.
- All five individuals have been transferred to public prosecution for legal action.
- The incident was reported by Migrant Rescue Watch on May 25.
According to the report, the suspects are all of Nigerian nationality. Authorities say the stolen items were electrical tools critical to the farm’s operations. Their arrest adds to growing concerns about the vulnerability of migrants, particularly Nigerians, who continue to face legal and social challenges in parts of Libya.
This development comes amid increased scrutiny of African migrants living in North Africa, many of whom risk sea routes in pursuit of better opportunities in Europe. Allegations like this reinforce the narrative of criminality around migration, something that advocacy groups argue further endangers those seeking refuge or work abroad.
The Nigerian government may need to increase diplomatic outreach to ensure its citizens facing charges abroad receive fair legal representation.
