A flight departed from Sebha International Airport heading to Nigeria, carrying 150 illegal migrants as part of the voluntary return program aimed at repatriating individuals to their home countries. This group included detainees from the Sebha and Brak Al-Shati detention centers, where legal and administrative procedures were finalized through coordination between relevant authorities to facilitate their departure. Officials stated that this operation is part of an ongoing effort to regulate the status of migrants and ensure their return through established mechanisms and in accordance with current legal frameworks.
316 migrants voluntarily return from Libya to Nigeria and Chad with EU support
Furthermore, authorities indicated that these repatriations are conducted only after completing all necessary protocols and coordinating with concerned bodies to ensure an organized process. Such flights fall under a broader initiative to address the challenges of illegal migration by promoting voluntary return programs. This approach seeks to manage the migration file effectively while adhering to national and international laws and procedures governing the movement of people.