NiDCOM defends response as Nigerians demand release of India detainees

The Punch | 13-09-2026 11:10am |

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has defended its handling of Nigerians detained in India, stating that the detainees failed to take advantage of an earlier amnesty offered by Indian authorities. NiDCOM's response comes amid calls by Nigerians for the release of the detainees. The commission's explanation suggests that the detainees did not utilize the opportunity provided by the amnesty.

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