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The Nigerian Migration Dilemma: The Surge in Irregular Migration to Europe.

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This paper delves into the notion of irregular migration of Nigerians living in Nigeria to Europe. The literature studied revealed that there are push and pull factors that contribute to increased irregular migration. These factors are economic, such as the high unemployment rate in Nigeria, economic policies such as the foreign exchange bills and others that have plunged the nation into poverty, hunger, and insecurity, with an inflation rate of over 35%. These factors align with the theoretical

Source: Babcock University Journal of History and International Studies (BUJOHIS)

DOI: 10.61955/bxluzu

Author: Fajemirokun Fajemirokun

Institution: Babcock University

Language: English

Topic: Migration and Labor Dynamics

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W7162527845