....As BANC Foundation lunches action plan to tackle surge of irregular migration
The Kenyan lawyer and activist, Professor Patrick Lumumba is expected to speak to Nigerian youths in Abuja at the Anti-Irregular Migration Summit, AIMS.
This is as the Blacks Ancestral Native Communities, BANC, Foundation, said it will on September lunch action plans among other measures in collaboration with some partners to combat irregular migration challenges facing Nigeria and African countries at large.
BANC Foundation said that the alarming rate of irregular migration will be the focus of the action plan that will be launched at its Anti-Irregular Migration Summit in Abuja.
President and CEO of the Blacks Ancestral Native Communities Foundation, Dr. Chibuzor Onyema, revealed this while addressing journalists in Abuja.
The summit Tagged: "The Japa Conundrum: Comprehensive strategies for addressing the irregular migration crisis", is aimed at bringing together key stakeholders, including government officials, youth, international organizations, NGOs, researchers, and community leaders, to devise actionable strategies to combat irregular migration.
The event will promote international cooperation, develop robust policies, and encourage sustainable development to tackle the root causes of migration.
Prominent figures such as Professor PLO Lumumba will deliver the keynote address.
Other distinguished speakers include Dr. Anthony Chibo-Christopher, His Excellency Mohsen Antit, Ambassador of the Republic of Tunisia, and His Imperial Majesty, Professor Fuankeng Achankeng. They will all provide in-depth discussions on the complex issues surrounding irregular migration.
Key objectives of the summit include identifying the socio-economic, political, and environmental factors driving irregular migration, formulating effective policies to prevent it, and fostering collaboration among countries and organizations.
AiMS will also focus on raising public awareness about the consequences of irregular migration, promoting legal migration channels, and addressing development needs in origin countries to reduce migration pressures.
Experts and policymakers will delve into topics such as economic drivers, political instability, and environmental factors contributing to migration.
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The summit will feature discussions on economic development, legal reforms, and human rights, offering participants practical strategies to address irregular migration.
Presentations will highlight successful global initiatives that have effectively tackled migration challenges, and collaborative sessions will aim to develop a comprehensive action plan.
A significant outcome of the summit will be the launch of the Irregular Migration Skills Acquisition and Resources Centre (IMMSaRC).
According to Dr. Onyema, "This institute will provide hands-on training for youth, helping bridge the educational gap and offering employment opportunities. It will also serve as a genuine means of labour exchange between Africa and Western countries.
"Additionally, AiMS is expected to enhance understanding of the root causes and consequences of irregular migration, generate policy recommendations, and strengthen partnerships among participating entities.
"The summit will also focus on raising public awareness about migration challenges and promoting sustainable solutions to address the push factors driving irregular migration."
The summit, organized by BANC, a Pan-African initiative dedicated to empowering Africans and the global black community, will take place at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Conference Centre in Abuja.
The event will convene a diverse group of stakeholders to tackle the socio-economic and political complexities of irregular migration.
Highlight of the summit will be the unveiling of a book by BANC's Founder, titled "THE JAPA CONUNDRUM: Socio-Economic and Psychological Considerations."
