Nigerian Man Deported from US After 10 Months in ICE Detention Sends Heartfelt Message to Wife
A Nigerian man, identified on social media with the TikTok handle @ayomifull_, has been deported from the United States after spending 10 months in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The man, who had been living overseas for a decade, expressed profound gratitude for being back home in Nigeria, describing his detention experience as hellish but celebrating his freedom and reunion with family.
Emotional Social Media Announcement and Gratitude
Announcing his deportation on TikTok, the man shared a video that included pictures from his time in America and scenes after his return to Nigeria. In a heartfelt message, he reflected on his journey, stating, "So good to be back home after 10 years overseas. We had a good run America. Never had my freedom taken from me so to this experience with ICE was hell but I’m grateful to be out of ICE custody and home with family!"
He specifically thanked his wife, whom he described as wonderful and a blessing from God, for standing by him throughout the detention period. "I’m grateful for my wonderful wife, God’s blessing to me from above fr. Thank you for standing by me every single moment during this ICE detention," he said.
Support from Family and Community
The man, who is involved in the fashion industry, also expressed appreciation for his family and the broader community that supported him with well wishes, prayers, and financial assistance. "Huge appreciation goes to my family for their support and I appreciate everyone who sent well wishes, prayers, financial support, words of encouragement," he added.
He emphasized his relief at leaving America "blessed, free and alive," noting that this outcome was something to be grateful for. Currently, he is focused on resettling and planning his next steps, but he wanted to convey that he is now free from what he referred to as the "claws of the Trump administration."
Public Reactions to the Deportation Story
The man's deportation and his message have sparked a wave of supportive reactions on social media. Many users expressed sympathy and encouragement, highlighting the importance of family and resilience.
- Adedoyin Debbie commented: "Family is everything, I’m glad you have people to come back home to. Welcome back, you will succeed in Nigeria."
- dlovlyyn_unusual said: "It’s okay to start over, God is with you and everything you lost shall be multiplied with blessings."
- Ademola added: "You are loved at home, You will gain your spark back in multiple folds very soon ijn."
Some reactions also included offers of support, such as from MEDINA, who works for a television station in Lagos and requested an interview to share his story further.
Related Deportation Cases Involving Nigerians
This incident is part of a broader pattern of deportations affecting Nigerians from the United States. In a related story, a 70-year-old Nigerian man was reportedly deported after living in the US for over 50 years. His granddaughter shared the emotional account on TikTok, seeking help and support for her grandfather, who left Nigeria as a teenager and had built a life in America for decades.
Another case involved a Nigerian man who was deported without reward after returning a lost wallet abroad, underscoring the complexities and challenges faced by immigrants in deportation proceedings.
These stories highlight the personal and familial impacts of immigration policies, with many deportees expressing mixed emotions of loss and gratitude as they navigate reintegration into Nigerian society.
