US Names 124 Nigerians for Deportation in “Worst of the Worst” Criminal Crackdown

US Names 124 Nigerians for Deportation in “Worst of the Worst” Criminal Crackdown

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially published the names and photographs of 124 Nigerian nationals who are currently facing deportation. The list, unveiled on the DHS website, is part of a high-profile register of foreign nationals convicted of serious crimes, designated by the administration as the “worst-of-the-worst.” This action forms part of ongoing immigration enforcement efforts under the Trump administration, which has prioritized the removal of non-citizens with criminal records as part of a broader mass deportation policy.

Details of the Crackdown and Publication

This publication is a direct result of executive orders signed by President Trump on his first day back in office on January 20, 2025, which declared illegal immigration a national emergency and directed federal agencies to strengthen border security and accelerate deportations. The DHS defended the move, stating that the hard-working men and women of DHS and ICE are fulfilling the President’s promise by carrying out mass deportations starting with the “worst of the worst” criminal offenders. While US authorities have made the list and photographs public, they have not provided a specific timeline for when these deportations will occur, nor have they disclosed detailed information about the specific offences committed by each individual. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has defended the crackdown, stating the administration remains committed to enforcing US immigration laws and removing undocumented immigrants with criminal records in line with the President’s immigration agenda.

Scope and Broader Context of the Crackdown

The latest action is part of sweeping immigration enforcement measures that have seen the United States expand deportation flights to countries across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Official US immigration data show that Guatemala has recorded the highest number of deportees since the renewed campaign began, followed by Honduras, Mexico, and El Salvador. Nigeria has also faced increased scrutiny under the administration. In June, Washington imposed partial visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens, citing concerns over identity management, information sharing, visa overstay rates, and security screening. The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has also reminded citizens that Presidential Proclamation 10998 remains in effect, partially suspending visa issuance for B-1/B-2 visitor visas and F, M, and J student and exchange visitor visas to nationals of Nigeria and 18 other countries as of January 1, 2026. The 124 Nigerians named are part of a broader West African deportation list that includes 374 people from 16 countries, with Nigeria having the highest number, followed by Liberia with 94 individuals and Ghana with 32.

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Complete List of Nigerian Nationals Named for Deportation

https://www.dhs.gov/wow?combine=&field_country_of_origin_target_id=12290&field_state_value=All&page=8

The published list includes the following individuals, who have been identified by DHS as foreign nationals with criminal convictions subject to removal proceedings:

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.

Also named are Oludayo Adeagbo, Olaniyi Akintuyi, Talatu Dada, Olatunde Oladinni, Jelili Qudus, Abayomi Daramola, Toluwani Adebakin, Olamide Jolayemi, Isaiah Okere, Benji Macaulay, Joseph Ogbara, Olusegun Martins, Kingsley Ariegwe, Olugbenga Abass, Oyewole Balogun, Adeyinka Ademokunla, Christian Ogunghide, Christopher Ojuma, Olamide Adedipe, Patrick Onogwu, Olajide Olateru-Olagbegi, and Omotayo Akinto.

The list further includes Kenneth Unanka, Jeremiah Ehis, Oluwafemi Orimolade, Ayibatonye Bienzigha, Uche Diuno, Akinwale Adaramaja, Boluwatife Afolabi, Chinonso Ochie, Olayinka A. Jones, Theophilus Anwana, Aishatu Umaru, Henry Idiagbonya, Okechukwu Okoronkwo, Daro Kosin, Sakiru Ambali, Kamaludeen Giwa, Cyril Odogwu, Ifeanyi Echigeme, Kingsley Ibhadore, Suraj Tairu, Peter Equere, Dasola Abdulraheem, Adewale Aladekoba, and Akeem Adeleke.

Completing the list are Bernard Ogie Oretekor, Abiemwense Obanor, Olufemi Olufisayo Olutiola, Chukwuemeka Okorie, Abimbola Esan, Elizabeth Miller, Chima Orji, Adetunji Olofinlade, Abdul Akinsanya, Elizabeth Adeshewo, Dennis Ofuoma, Quazeem Adeyinka, Ifeanyi Okoro, Oluwaseun Kassim, Olumide Bankole Morakinyo, Abraham Ola Osoko, Oluchi Jennifer, and Chibuzo Nwaonu.

Current Status and What Happens Next

As of now, US authorities have not indicated when the affected Nigerians would be deported, and no timeline for their removal has been announced. The DHS has instructed officers of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement to intensify operations nationwide against non-citizens convicted of serious crimes. While the publication of names and photographs marks a significant step in the enforcement process, the actual deportation of these individuals will depend on various factors, including legal proceedings, diplomatic coordination with Nigeria, and the availability of deportation flights. The Nigerian government has not yet issued an official response to the publication of this list, but the development is expected to spark discussions between Abuja and Washington regarding the treatment and rights of Nigerian nationals in the United States.

US Names 124 Nigerians for Deportation in “Worst of the Worst” Criminal Crackdown