Approximately 3,690 Nigerians in the United States are at risk of deportation as former President Donald Trump initiates a stringent crackdown on illegal immigration.

A report from the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), sighted by our correspondent, revealed that as of November 24, 2024, there are 1,445,549 non-citizens listed on ICE’s non-detained docket with final removal orders. The data, categorized by nationality, shows Mexico leading with 252,044 individuals, followed by Nicaragua with 45,955, while Nigerians represent a smaller but significant portion.

ICE, tasked with safeguarding America against cross-border crime and illegal immigration, has escalated enforcement measures. Last Thursday, hundreds of migrants were detained, and others were deported on military aircraft as part of the administration’s aggressive deportation strategy.

Trump, during his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, signed a series of executive orders targeting immigration policies. These include ending birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants and declaring a national emergency at the southern border to deploy additional troops and accelerate deportation efforts.

The fear of deportation has caused widespread panic among undocumented Nigerians in the US, who are concerned they may soon be targeted by the ongoing mass deportation campaigns.

In a related development, Colombian President Gustavo Petro initially blocked US military planes from deporting unauthorized immigrants to his country, calling the treatment of deportees "inhumane." This led to a diplomatic standoff with Trump, who responded by announcing a series of punitive measures, including a 25% tariff on Colombian imports, with plans to increase it to 50% within a week.

Additional sanctions targeted Colombia’s financial institutions and included travel bans and visa revocations for Colombian officials. Petro retaliated with a proposed 25% tariff on US imports, escalating tensions further.

By Sunday night, however, both sides reached a resolution. Petro’s administration agreed to accept deportation flights and ensure "dignified conditions" for Colombian deportees. In return, the US agreed to hold the proposed tariffs and sanctions "in reserve."

The White House issued a statement declaring the agreement a victory for US immigration policy, saying, “Today’s events make clear to the world that America is respected again.” Colombia’s foreign ministry echoed this sentiment, stating that the impasse had been resolved and the government would now cooperate with the US to facilitate deportations.

This diplomatic back-and-forth highlights the broader implications of Trump’s hardline immigration policies, which have strained relations with key allies and exacerbated concerns among immigrant communities worldwide.

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