The Canadian government has denied asylum requests from more than 13,000 Nigerian applicants, according to official immigration records.
The rejected claims come amid heightened scrutiny of asylum applications and Canada’s tightening immigration policies. While Canada remains a key destination for migrants seeking better opportunities, authorities have emphasized the need for stricter eligibility criteria.
The high number of denials highlights ongoing challenges faced by Nigerian asylum seekers, many of whom cite security concerns and economic hardship as reasons for their applications. Canadian officials have yet to release detailed reasons for the rejections, but immigration experts suggest factors such as credibility assessments and changes in asylum policies may have contributed
