5 children have been counted among the 35 Nigerians deported from Ireland
Ireland deported 35 individuals to Nigeria in a recent immigration enforcement operation.
The deportees included five children and nine women, per the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB).
Justice Minister highlighted adherence to robust immigration rules for a fair system.
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