Migrants especially women/girls, when smuggled or trafficked, often endure perilous work conditions, forced into long hours for little pay or subjected to prostitution and sexual exploitation. Tragically, many lose their lives during the journey due to drowning, exposure, or other causes. Prioritize safety and support by verifying travel opportunities through the Migrant Resource Center. For…
Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI) participated in an interactive session with the delegates from Türkiye on “Strengthening Cooperation with Countries of Origin and Fostering Cooperation with Strategic Partners to Prevent Irregular Migration through Complementarity Actions Project.” during a high level round table meeting with select civil society organizations working on the Return, Readmission, and Reintegration of…
Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI), a local organization aiding Nigerian asylum seekers and human trafficking survivors, has deepened its relationship with Denmark through the Danish Refugee Council (DRC). PCI joined forces with DRC in March 2023, as confirmed in a recent statement from the Daily Times. DRC has already supported the return of two Nigerian individuals…
As we work towards raising awareness about the pressing issues of human trafficking and irregular migration, we are excited to share that we have teamed up with a group of dedicated public health students from Babcock University in Ogun state. These students are currently in the midst of their internship at Patriotic Citizen Initiatives, and…
As part of collaboration and coordination in line with the guidelines of the Operationalization of the Standard Operating Procedure for Return, Readmission and Reintegration, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons and Nigeria Immigration Service on the 28th of June 2023 participated in the return assistance of a family of 4 from Holland…
Patriotic Citizen Initiatives gather to celebrate the modest success of Naptip @20 years. It has been a period of love,friendship and collaboration, as well as the institutions, other organizations, development partners, and people who have helped the Nigerian government and people in their difficult fight against human trafficking.
Patriotic Citizen Initiatives plays host to the EYEFON Project initiative through engaging community stakeholders in awarenes raising against Irregular Migration and Human Trafficking. The program was convened by the Nigerian women association Verona in partnership with Denny’s Social Hub and Co-financed by Ministry of Interior Italy.