39 trafficked OFWs repatriated from Nigeria
About 39 Filipino workers in Nigeria who were victims of human trafficking have been repatriated to the Philippines following directives from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., securing their welfare and rights.
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), Philippine Embassy in Abuja, and Honorary Consulate in Lagos collaborated to secure the release of the OFWs detained at an immigration facility in Lagos.
On Monday night, 39 repatriates arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 via Qatar Airways flight QR932 and were welcomed by DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac and other officials.
The victims received immediate support including financial assistance of PHP50,000 from the DMW’s AKSYON Fund, food packs, medical assistance, psychosocial services, temporary accommodation, and transport aid to their home provinces.
A young Filipina mother who gave birth while in detention remains under medical recovery with her infant and will be repatriated soon upon clearance for travel.
The Philippine government's whole-of-government approach involving multiple agencies ensured the successful repatriation of the OFWs, highlighting the commitment to protecting overseas Filipino workers.
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