Nigeria produces a diverse range of asylum claims in the UK — from LGBTQ+ persecution to Boko Haram violence. This guide outlines the key issues covered in Nigeria country expert reports.
Nigeria: A Complex Risk Environment
Nigeria is a geographically vast and socially complex country, and the nature of asylum claims from Nigeria reflects this diversity. Risks vary significantly by region, religion, ethnicity, and personal profile. A generic or superficial country report will fail to address the specific issues in your client's case — which is why specialist expert evidence is particularly important in Nigerian claims.
Key Issues in Nigeria Expert Reports
- LGBTQ+ persecution — criminalisation under federal law and Sharia in Northern states
- Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province violence in the North-East
- Farmer-herder conflicts in the Middle Belt
- Biafran separatism and IPOB membership
- Cult membership — forced recruitment and exit risks
- Witchcraft accusations
- State protection — police capacity and corruption
- Internal relocation — is Lagos or Abuja a viable option?
Ereventis Nigeria Expert Reports
Our expert reports for Nigeria cases draw on deep, region-specific knowledge, current human rights monitoring, and a thorough understanding of the relevant country guidance judgments. We have been preparing Nigeria expert reports for over a decade and understand what UK tribunals require. Request a confidential quote today.
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