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India and US: The Deportation Controversy and What It Means for Nigerians.

  India and US: The Deportation Controversy and What It Means for Nigerians India is currently engaging with the United States after reports surfaced of Indian deportees being shackled during a 40-hour flight back to India. On Wednesday, a US military plane landed in Amritsar with 104 Indian deportees who had entered the US illegally. The use of restraints during the flight sparked outrage, with critics condemning the treatment as inhumane. While India’s Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar, clarified that women and children were not restrained, the situation has stirred political backlash, including condemnation from Indian opposition MPs. The incident has put a spotlight on the broader issue of how deportees are treated in international immigration processes. In light of the US government's strong stance on deportations, the question arises: What can Nigerians learn from this situation? Nigerians, especially those considering international migration, need to be aware of the risks asso...