By Akeem Salau

Denny social welfare and hub, (DSWHUB) in collaboration with Goethe Institute, GIZ, Nigerian-German Centre for Migration and Development have sought the need to provide opportunities for Nigerians with skilled migration process, to enhance worklife balance and vocational learning skills.

The stakeholders while addressing issues of illegal migrations in Lagos with the theme; Information Session on Safe Migration Work and Study opportunities in Germany agreed that collaborative efforts and partnerships with Nigeria-German centre for migration will spur the needed economic growth for sustainability and job creation while exploring safe, legal and informed migration pathways for immigrants.

They also expressed readiness to curb irregular migration, adding that DSWHUB had been actively engaging in community outreach programs, educational campaigns, and collaboration with both local and international organizations to stem the tide.

Speaking at the consultative session, executive director of DSWHUB, Abosede Otukpe, said we believe that by offering Nigerians access to credible information about legal migration processes, we can significantly reduce the risks associated with irregular migration.

Otukpe explained that the issue of irregular migration has reached critical levels in Nigeria adding that Our nation has seen an increasing number of its citizens taking perilous journeys, driven by misinformation, false promises, and a lack of access to accurate information on legal migration pathways.

She noted that individuals fall prey to human traffickers, exploitative agents, or dangerous circumstances, resulting in tragic consequences.

She said Many Nigerians seek better economic opportunities, educational prospects, or personal growth abroad, but without proper guidance, they inadvertently put themselves at risk without proper guidance while stressing that this issue doesn’t just affect individuals; it impacts entire families and communities, leaving a lasting negative effect on our society as a whole.

Continuing, she said we have witnessed firsthand tragic consequences of irregular migration noting that We are dedicated to addressing this through education, advocacy, and support for safe migration options.

“We recognize that we cannot tackle this issue alone. This is why we have partnered with key stakeholders today to share expert insights and provide the necessary tools for informed decision-making. she said”.

She, however, stated that DSWHUB’s has made impactful efforts, to partner with key stakeholders—experts from organizations such as GIZ/ZME, AHK Nigeria, Goethe Institute, the Nigerian Immigration Service—to ensure that today’s session provides comprehensive, accurate, and actionable information.

She further said the partnership will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, and their support is invaluable in helping us reach our goals. She concluded.