Excitement as UK Reportedly Deports Man Who Says Nigerians Travel To UK Under Disguise Of Study (Video)
Emdee Tiamiyu, the Nigerian YouTuber who gained attention for his controversial BBC interview about Nigerians using student visas to migrate to the UK, has reportedly been deported from the UK to Nigeria.
This development follows his arrest on allegations of defrauding the UK government of £160,000 (N300M).
Tiamiyu allegedly misused funds intended for his resettlement after claiming asylum, diverting them instead to build a house in Ogun State, Nigeria.
His previous interview had stirred significant debate and reportedly influenced UK policies regarding Nigerian students, particularly the restrictions on bringing family members unless enrolled in PhD programs.
BREAKING NEWS !!!
Emdee Tiamiyu has been allegedly deported to Nigeria by the UK government.
More news and story incoming. pic.twitter.com/mTXgjYVYx4
— Omolomo (@Omolomo_o) May 20, 2024
Recall that in March 2023, media reported that Emdee Tiamiyu has been arrested. The latest information making the rounds alleged that Emdee Tiamiyu has been deported to Nigeria as he could not meet the Asylum requirement withing one year.