A distressing video allegedly showing Nigerian women detained in a Libyan prison has gone viral, capturing the attention of many online.
Shared on X formerly know as Twitter, the footage reveals the women in various states of despair, pleading for assistance from the Nigerian government and the public.
Since the video surfaced, it has sparked widespread reactions, with many urging authorities to take immediate action.
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has responded, emphasizing the dangers of migrating to Libya.
They reminded the public that over 10,000 Nigerians were evacuated from Libya in previous years due to similar circumstances.
NIDCOM stated:
“We are currently investigating the viral video circulating,
but we want to stress that there was a clear warning against this dangerous path.”
They noted that many Nigerians continue to migrate to Libya despite previous advisories.
The commission also spoke on the ongoing efforts of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), which has helped nearly 4,000 Nigerians return home in recent months.
They have called on anyone with information about the detained women or the locations of the prisons to come forward.
As the situation unfolds, the video has undeniably drawn the attention of netizens, leading to a burst of discussions online.
Watch the video below:
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