Canada grants 3,463 asylum claims to Nigerians in 2025, over 21,000 pending Report
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Canada approved 3,463 asylum applications from Nigerian nationals in 2025, but more than 21,000 Nigerian claims remained pending at year‑end, highlighting a large backlog that delays safety and resettlement for many Nigerians seeking refuge.
Canada approved 3,463 asylum applications submitted by Nigerian nationals in 2025, while a total of 21,573 claims remained unresolved at the close of the year, according to updated figures released by the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, IRB. The data, updated on February 13 and covering the period from January to December 2025, shows […] Canada grants 3,463 asylum claims to Nigerians in 2025, over 21,000 pending Report