News
Swedish govt. offer immigrant $34,000 for Nigerians, others to return home
Sweden’s government on Thursday announced plans to significantly raise the grants for immigrants who voluntarily choose to return to their home countries.
Starting in 2026, immigrants can receive up to 350,000 Swedish kronor (approximately $34,000) as part of this initiative, according to Sweden’s right-wing government, which is supported by the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats.
ALSO READ: Police arraign Credit officer for alleged fraud
Migration Minister Johan Forssell stated that this move is part of a ‘paradigm shift’ in the country’s migration policy. Currently, immigrants receive up to 10,000 kronor per adult and 5,000 kronor per child, with a maximum of 40,000 kronor per family.
The new measure aims to increase the uptake of this offer, which has been available since 1984 but is relatively unknown and underutilized. The announcement comes despite opposition from a recent government-appointed probe, which argued against a significant increase due to concerns over cost-effectiveness.
-
Featured6 days agoRanking the seven greatest World Cup finals of all time
-
Business7 days agoOPay breaks silence on viral September shutdown claim
-
Latest7 days agoTinubu’s FBI records: Omokri challenges claims, cites 2003 Embassy reply
-
Business5 days agoX3M Ideas donates 50 Walkie-Talkies to strengthen security operations in Onigbongbo
-
Latest6 days ago2027: Atiku vows direct payment of local government funds if elected president
-
Latest6 days ago2027: Atiku, Obi absent as opposition begins talks on single presidential candidate
-
Latest2 days agoCole-Alegbe unveils memoir, urges leaders to harness technology for lasting impact
-
Latest7 days agoAnambra 2027: INEC, NDC clash over 10 disputed Assembly candidates