The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has condemned alleged acts of sexual violence, physical abuse, and intimidation on Nigerian girls held in deportation camps in New Delhi, India.

Naijaonpoint reports that in a press statement issued by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa described the alleged rape, assault, and forced administration of unknown substances as heartbreaking and unacceptable.

The NiDCOM boss stated that disturbing accounts and videos shared by some of the victims show that the young women are subjected to inhumane treatment and grave violations of their dignity and fundamental human rights.

According to Dabiri-Erewa, Nigerian citizens, wherever they are in the world, must not be treated as less than human, nor should their vulnerability be exploited under the guise of immigration procedures.

She further called on the Government of India to urgently investigate the allegations, close down any channels of exploitation, and ensure the safety and dignity of Nigerians within its borders.

The statement added, “We are further alarmed by claims that corrupt practices involving middlemen and certain groups are worsening the plight of our citizens through exploitation and extortion. If verified, such actions not only endanger lives but also undermine justice and due process.

“NiDCOM reassures the victims and their families that these disturbing reports will not be ignored. We are already engaging with the Nigerian High Commission in India, relevant Indian authorities, and international human rights organizations to ascertain the veracity of these claims and ensure that immediate and urgent steps are taken to protect the victims, provide them with medical and psychological support, and bring perpetrators to justice.

“Our hearts go out to the young women and men enduring such traumatic experiences. We stand in solidarity with them and affirm that Nigeria will never abandon its citizens in their time of need.

“NiDCOM will continue to follow up on this matter until justice is served, and the dignity of every Nigerian is safeguarded.”