US lists 124 Nigerians for deportation
Analysis based on 27 articles · First reported Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The deportation list may strain US-Nigeria relations and could affect remittance flows and bilateral trade sentiment. However, the direct market impact is limited as the list targets individuals rather than broader economic measures.
The United States — United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published the names and photographs of 124 Nigerian nationals identified for deportation as part of the Trump administration's intensified immigration enforcement campaign targeting non-citizens convicted of criminal offences. The list, described as the 'worst of the worst' criminal register, was released on July 9, 2026, but no timeline for deportation was provided. The action follows President Donald Trump's return to office on January 20, 2025, and his executive orders declaring illegal immigration a national emergency. In June 2026, the US also imposed partial visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens. The DHS and ICE are carrying out mass deportations, with Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and El Salvador recording the highest numbers of deportees. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the policy.
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