Nigerians arrested in India for overstaying visas
Two Nigerians, Miracele Onyeka and Moses Chinoso, have been detained by the Delhi Police for allegedly residing in India without valid visas. Authorities say the pair were apprehended during a routine patrol and are now facing deportation. The suspects reportedly claimed their documents were with their embassy, but officials found they had overstayed their permitted period. Legal proceedings for their deportation have been initiated.
What happened
- Miracele Onyeka and Moses Chinoso were arrested by the Delhi Police for allegedly staying in India illegally.
- The arrests took place during a routine patrol on New Year’s Eve, following a tip-off during New Year celebrations.
- Authorities say the two Nigerians had overstayed their visas and did not possess valid travel documents.
- Legal steps for their deportation are underway through the Foreigners Regional Registration Office in RK Puram.
- The operation was part of a focused drive by the South-West District police against illegal foreign nationals.
