124 Nigerians Identified for Deportation as US Intensifies Immigration Enforcement
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published the names and photographs of 124 Nigerian nationals identified for deportation as part of its ongoing immigration enforcement efforts. According to information released by the agency, the individuals appear on what DHS describes as its "worst of the worst" list, which features non-citizens convicted of serious criminal offences. Although the agency has made their identities public, it has not announced when the deportation process for those listed will begin or provided specific details about the offences committed by each individual.
In a statement, the department said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), under the direction of DHS, is focused on removing non-citizens with criminal records as part of the current administration's immigration policy. Among those listed are Sunday Adediora, Sunday Kunkushi, Mkpouto Etukudoh, Marcus Unigwe, Olaniyi Ojikutu, Boluwaji Akingunsoye, Ejike Asiegbunam, Emmanuel Mayegun Adeola, Bamidele Bolatiwa, Ifeanyi Nwaozomudoh, Aderemi Akefe, Solomon Wilfred, Chibundu Anuebunwa, Joshua Ineh, Usman Momoh, Oluwole Odunowo, Bolarinwa Salau and Oriyomi Aloba, alongside dozens of other Nigerian nationals. Below are pictures of some of the Nigerians involved
The publication of the list forms part of a broader immigration crackdown that began after U.S. President returned to office in January 2025. Shortly after assuming office, Trump signed multiple executive orders aimed at strengthening border security, declaring illegal immigration a national emergency, and directing federal agencies to prioritise the arrest and removal of undocumented migrants, especially those considered threats to public safety or national security.
DHS says the latest action aligns with those directives and reflects its commitment to identifying and deporting foreign nationals with serious criminal convictions.
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