Concerns as arise among CCC members regarding potential deportation of Nigerians by President Trump, in the lead up to his Presidential victory in November, President Trump made it clear that controlling immigration would be a top priority for his administration. The President has consistently referred to illegal immigrants as individuals who contribute to rising crime rates in the United States of America. Shortly after his inauguration, President Trump wasted no time in implementing executive orders aimed at addressing immigration issues, including declaring a national emergency at the US-Mexico border and deploying troops to bolster border security.
While President Trump did not specifically mention Nigeria or any other country in his executive orders, his stance on illegal immigration has raised concerns among members of CCC. With nearly 46.2 million immigrants currently residing in USA, according to a 2024 report by the Migration Policy Institute (MPI), the impact of the President’s policies on immigrant communities is a topic of great importance.
The data used in the MPI report was sourced from USA Census Bureau, including the 2022 American Community Survey (ACS), the 2023 Current Population Survey (CPS), and the 2000 decennial census, as well as the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As discussions surrounding immigration continue to evolve, it is essential for all stakeholders to stay informed and engaged on this critical issue.
With a Church boasting over 250 Parishes spread across all 50 states in USA, the recent claims have sparked fear among Celestial members who have not secured the proper documentation to stay in the country. The fear of deportation is beginning to impact the attendance of worshippers in many parishes, as the apprehension of potential arrest spreads throughout the nation.
According to data from the United States Census Bureau as of 2023, the Nigerian population in the country stands at 604,077. It is crucial to understand that the deportation process in the US is not immediate; individuals must go through a legal process that includes appearing before an immigration judge.
Furthermore, the US government has not issued any official statement confirming the claim that 3.7 million Nigerians will be deported. There is no credible evidence or reports from reputable US media outlets to support this assertion. There is no indication that President Trump has ordered the deportation of specific nationalities from the USA.
