The Digest:
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has revealed that the United States is exerting pressure on African countries to accept Venezuelan deportees, including prisoners. He discussed this during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today.
Key Points:
- The U.S. is pressuring African countries to accept Venezuelan deportees, many of whom are prisoners.
- Tuggar stated that Nigeria may face difficulties in accepting these deportees.
- He also explained that the issue is unrelated to Nigeria’s BRICS participation.
- The U.S. push has caused unease in Nigeria, especially regarding the integration of prisoners.
- Tuggar expressed concerns about the potential social and security implications of accepting the deportees.
- The U.S. has been seeking African nations' cooperation in the deportation process.
- Tuggar emphasized the complexity of the situation and the need for thoughtful diplomatic consideration.
The Nigerian government faces increasing pressure from the U.S. over the deportation of Venezuelan nationals, including prisoners. While diplomatic discussions continue, Nigeria remains cautious about the impact of accepting these deportees.
Sources: Channels Television, Daily Post Nigeria, Punch
