Nigerians are calling for the release of their countrymen detained in India. The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has responded to these demands by defending its handling of the situation. According to the commission, the detainees had failed to take advantage of an earlier amnesty offered by India's authorities.
Further details about the detainees and the commission's response are available. The commission's defense of its actions comes as many are seeking the release of the Nigerians being held in India.
More information on this situation can be found through the provided link, which offers additional context and details about the events surrounding the detained Nigerians.
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