98 Nigerians jailed in Ethiopia set to be repatriated home

About 98 Nigerians serving prison sentences in Ethiopia will be repatriated to Nigeria following a prisoner transfer agreement signed on June 10, 2026, in Addis Ababa. Foreign Affairs Minister Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu announced the deal during a visit to inmates at Aba Samuel Prison, conveying President Bola Tinubu's assurance. The agreement allows convicted Nigerians to serve the remainder of their terms in Nigeria, provided they consent and have at least one year left. Four Nigerian inmates died during negotiations. The Nigerian government plans rehabilitation and skills training programs.