“The U.S. Is All In on Africa’s Future” – Now Is the Time to Deliver for Black Immigrant Communities

On December 17, 2024, the Nigerian Center joined Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and other leaders for a press conference on Capitol Hill, urging the Biden-Harris Administration to take urgent action to protect immigrant communities during the lame-duck session.

The press conference followed a letter to the administration, signed by Rep. Clarke and over 40 members of Congress, calling for executive actions to extend TPS, clear processing backlogs, and protect vulnerable communities. Nigerian Center Executive Director Gbenga Ogunjimi highlighted President Biden’s promise that “the U.S. is all in on Africa’s future” during his recent visit to the continent.

“Earlier this month, President Biden made a bold commitment to the future of U.S.-Africa relations during his visit to the continent. He declared, and I quote, ‘The U.S. is all in on Africa’s future.’ Today, we are here to hold this administration to that promise. Granting immigration protections would align with the U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa, affirming a commitment to human rights, economic opportunity, and global solidarity. Temporary Protected Status would offer a lifeline to vulnerable populations fleeing armed conflicts and humanitarian crises,” said Gbenga Ogunjimi.

Read the full press release [here]

View the event photos [here]