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Osita Osemene, others to speak at MPI Europe webinar

Osita Osemene, others to speak at MPI Europe webinar - Voice For African Migrants Osita Osemene, Project Director, Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI) Nigeria, is among the experts who will speaking at the MPI Europe Webinar scheduled for Tuesday...

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Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI) is a Nigerian non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to supporting returnees, assisting with migration and reintegration, and combating human trafficking. Founded by Osita Osemene, PCI provides various services, including ¹ ² ³:
- *Economic Support*: Offering financial assistance to help individuals start their businesses or rebuild their lives.
- *Psychosocial Counseling*: Providing emotional support and guidance to help individuals cope with trauma and stress.
- *Vocational Training*: Equipping individuals with skills to enhance their employability and economic independence.
- *Advocacy*: Raising awareness about human trafficking and advocating for the rights of migrants and returnees.
- *Reintegration Programs*: Helping returnees reintegrate into their communities and rebuild their lives.

PCI has partnered with international organizations like the International Organization for Migration (IOM) , Denish Council For Refugees, Dutch Refugee Council and the European Union to provide support to migrants and returnees. Their work focuses on promoting dignity, diversity, equality, and inclusion, while combating human trafficking and irregular migration ³.

Today at the Lagos State Taskforce Against Human Trafficking Meeting I commended the Honorable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice for his pragmatic and proactive leadership of the taskforce. During the meeting members of the taskforce adopted the standard operating procedure which has placed lagos state at the forefront of the fight against human trafficking . The donation of a Toyota bus by the Governor to the taskforce was also announced by the Attorney General. The meeting was Co- chaired by the vibrant lagos state Zonal Commander NAPTIP( Mrs Comfort Agboko).

During the WorldMentalHealthDay in Lagos, IOM Nigeria's Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) team convened partners, service providers, and state actors to explore practical ways to expand access to mental health and psychosocial support for returnees and crisis-affected populations.

Funded by European Union in Nigeria, the engagements focused on strengthening referral systems, integrating MHPSS into reintegration programmes, and enhancing community-based services, all aimed at delivering more coordinated, accessible, and sustainable care.

Today in Abuja (FCT) I was privileged to facilitate an extensive business session for the ITC - international trade center funded project (Arrives) business coaches on their capacity to deliver effective and sustainable business coaching to German returnees.

Topics delivered:

1. Business counseling and follow up .
2. Principles of adult learning
3. Participatory training method for effective delivery.

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Nigeria @ 65: Building Hope, Restoring Dignity ✨

Today, as Nigeria marks another Independence anniversary, we are reminded that freedom is more than a date in history. It is a living responsibility. Independence is not just about the past struggles of our founding fathers; it is about the present duty to build a nation where every citizen can thrive with dignity, purpose, and hope.

At Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI Nigeria), we believe that the true strength of a nation is measured not only in its resources but in how it treats its most vulnerable. Every returnee we reintegrate, every young person we empower, and every community we inspire reflects the spirit of freedom and resilience that Independence represents.

This year, we celebrate not only Nigeria’s sovereignty but also the courage of those who come back home with dreams to rebuild their lives. From broken chains to restored dignity, from despair to empowerment, this is our own Independence story.

As a nation, may we continue to rise above challenges, embrace unity, and work together for a Nigeria where liberty, justice, and opportunities are shared by all.

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! 🇳🇬
Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI Nigeria)

✅ RESCUE UPDATE: Nigerian Girls Safely Returned from Ghana

This morning, September 12, 2025, seven Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana were successfully rescued and received by the National Secretary of NACTAL NIGERIA and the Executive Director of Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI), Comrade Osita Osemene.

This operation was coordinated regionally by WACTIPSOM, in collaboration with Mr. Eric Nana Peasah (Coalition of CSOs on Migration Ghana), who facilitated their transfer from Ghana.

The survivors have been handed over to NAPTIP for official profiling. The WACTIPSOM Nigeria & Ghana team will provide further logistics to ensure their safe return to their home states and support their reintegration.

IOM Nigeria & Switzerland counterpart Pay Working Visit to PCI Male Shelter in Lagos On August 25, 2025, the Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI) had the honor of hosting a high-level delegation from IOM Nigeria alongside their counterpart, IOM Switzerland, at the PCI Male Shelter.The visit was designed to provide the delegation with an opportunity to observe the facility, assess the...

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PCI Participates in NCFRMI/IOM-Coordinated Reception for Returnees from Libya June 17, 2025 - Patriotic Citizen Initiatives (PCI) participated in the humane and dignified reception of migrants returning from Libya. The process, coordinated by the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), working alongside/ collaboration with IOM and...