Panic in the U.S.: Undocumented Nigerians Go Into Hiding to Evade Trump’s Deportation Crackdown

In a dramatic turn of events, scores of undocumented Nigerians living in the United States have reportedly abandoned their jobs and gone into hiding, fearing imminent deportation under former President Donald Trump’s stringent immigration policies.

The revelation, made by Nigerian Stories via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, has sparked widespread concern within the Nigerian diaspora. According to the report, many Nigerians residing in the U.S. without proper documentation have resorted to staying indoors, avoiding workplaces, and limiting their public movements to escape the ongoing immigration raids.

Trump, who has consistently championed hardline immigration measures, has vowed to intensify deportation efforts, targeting undocumented immigrants across the country. This latest crackdown has thrown many Nigerian migrants into a state of uncertainty, with some reportedly considering desperate measures, including seeking asylum in other countries or relocating to states with more lenient immigration policies.

The fear of deportation is not unfounded, as U.S. immigration authorities have ramped up arrests and removals of undocumented immigrants, particularly under Trump’s previous administration. Many Nigerians, who initially entered the country on temporary visas but overstayed, now find themselves caught in the crossfire of America’s heated immigration debate.

The situation has also reignited discussions on Nigeria’s economic struggles, which have pushed thousands to seek better opportunities abroad. Critics argue that unless Nigeria addresses its unemployment crisis and economic instability, more of its citizens will continue to risk uncertain futures in foreign lands.

As the situation unfolds, advocacy groups are calling on the Nigerian government to engage diplomatically with U.S. authorities to protect its citizens from harsh deportation policies. Meanwhile, many undocumented Nigerians remain in limbo, torn between staying hidden or facing an uncertain fate.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.