Nigeria

Many Nigerians are risking their lives by attempting to migrate irregularly to Europe via Libya, dreaming of success. Indeed, 9 in 10 Nigerian potential migrants expect to find a job within four months once in Europe. In reality, irregular migration from Nigeria to Europe is a risky choice.

Nigerians often don’t make it to their intended destination. Many have to return in a worse economic situation than when they left. Most Nigerians who travelled through the Sahara and into Libya experienced or witnessed murder, kidnapping, detention and beatings. Those who make it to Europe are often deported as they do not have a legal right to stay.

This website gathers reliable, up-to-date information about irregular migration from Nigeria to Europe: cost, risks, asylum process, legal avenues and local alternatives. It aims at helping Nigerians make informed decisions about irregular migration to Europe.

From Nigeria to Libya and Europe: the risks on the journey

From Nigeria to Libya and Europe: the risks on the journey Many Nigerians have died trying to reach Libya, and many more have died crossing the Mediterranean Sea to Italy. Below you will find the main …
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Irregular migration to Europe: what is the cost for Nigerians?

Irregular migration to Europe: what is the cost for Nigerians? Do you wonder how much it costs to travel to Europe irregularly? Here, you will discover how much irregular migration to Europe from Nigeria actually costs, …
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Life in Europe: the reality for Nigerian irregular migrants

Life in Europe: the reality for Nigerian irregular migrants Many Nigerians are risking their lives and lose money and livelihood opportunities by attempting to migrate irregularly to Europe. But what is the situation like in European …
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Migration to Europe: facts and policies you need to know

Migration to Europe: facts and policies you need to know For many Nigerians, Europe sounds like a promise of wealth, employment and success. What is the reality like? “We thought life in Europe would be better …
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Ten alternatives to irregular migration for Nigerians

Ten alternatives to irregular migration for Nigerians As the Libya migrant crisis revealed, irregular migration is an increasingly dangerous choice, with ever fewer chances of success. As a consequence, more Nigerian migrants now decide to return …
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The 5 risks irregular migrants from Nigeria face

The 5 risks irregular migrants from Nigeria face For Nigerians, moving to Europe has become increasingly difficult. Thousands have tried to travel irregularly, at their own risk. Here, you will find the five main dangers facing …
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