By: Carling J
Published by: Noragric, Department of International Environment and Development Studies, Norwegian University of Life Sciences , 2006
Via: Eldis
This report contextualises the problems of migration, human smuggling and trafficking from Nigeria to Europe, focusing on cultural and social implications both within Europe and Nigeria. Some of the topics covered include:
- what is it about Nigeria: ethnic groups, regional and religious differences; gender and sexuality, trafficking in the region
- leaving Nigeria: hopes and opportunities; emigration and prostitution
- entering Europe: migration routes and transit stays; asylum application as a foothold
- Nigerians in Europe
The paper concludes that to understand the dynamics of Nigerian trafficking, various factors need to be taken into account. For example, many potential migrants enter into an emigration pact, which is perceived as a strongly binding agreement between two parties. This is sealed by religious rituals, as well as by the relation to the local community in Nigeria.
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