Ariowolo Olamide Temitope, the Nigerian lady who was recently put up for sale for $1,000 on Facebook in Lebanon, has refused to return to the country, the Chairman, Nigerian Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa has revealed.
According to her, Ariowolo turned down all entreaties to return to the country. She said the 31-year-old said she has secured another job and hence she would prefer staying back in Lebanon.
“Not even the plea by her State government, Oyo state could make her change her mind as she insisted on staying back,” she added.
“69 of the 79 Nigerians that were due for returnee to the country were evacuated last week at the expense of the Lebanese government and Lebanese community in Nigeria.
“The remaining 10 are facing judicial issues bothering on alleged theft and attempted murder. Nine are facing theft case and one facing attempted murder,” Dabiri-Erewa disclosed
Meanwhile, the Lebanese Ambassador said his country has suspended the issuance of domestic visa for Nigerians.
The incident, which generated diverse reactions, was brought to light by an Instagram user, @thereneeabisaad, who called on the Nigerian government to save the victim.
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