Renowned energy policy analyst, Yemi Adeoye has voiced concerns about the potential impact of the 45th U.S. President, Donald Trump’s return to the White House, on African immigrants, especially Nigerians, residing in the United States.

Biztellers reports that Trump who bore the flag of the Republican Party beat Vice President Kamala Harris, who flew the flag of the Democrats in the November 5, 2024 US elections, in the race for the White House and is set to become the 47th POTUS.

In an interview on TVC News on Monday, monitored by our correspondent, Adeoye expressed concerns within immigrant communities, particularly among Nigerians in the United States, regarding Trump’s immigration policies and rhetoric.

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He said, “There were fears, and the fears were simply based along the issues in discourse. The American election is all about the economy—it was a decision made by the economy, and second to that will be immigration.

“For Nigerians, Africans, we were hopeful for the Democratic Party because some of the policies were a little bit friendly to Africans in the United States.”

Adeoye noted that while “the incoming president (Donald Trump) is a gentleman in his own right,” his communication style can be interpreted as “rash depending on who is analyzing it,” and this can sometimes lead to misunderstandings that impact immigrant communities negatively.

“A lot of people take this communication and push it in a very negative direction,” he explained, adding that it “has adverse effects on immigrants, including Africans, and that is a concern of a lot of Nigerians.”

Adeoye emphasized that even legal immigrants, many of whom felt that previous policies added stress to their lives, are particularly concerned about the effects of any renewed immigration crackdown.

“Even if you are in the U.S. and doing well, your children, your relatives will go to school and they are bullying in schools, so that is a concern for immigrant families, especially legal immigrant families,” Adeoye said.

“A lot of people might not understand why Nigerians were a little bit skeptical about the conservative Party policies. It is simply because at the end of the day, it is not all about grass and groceries, it is about being able to have a sense of dignity in the society where you operate and that was not 100% in the last time when Mr. Trump was the president.”

He further noted that, during Trump’s previous administration, some legal immigrants “faced backlash” from policies aimed at curbing illegal immigration. “Some legal immigrants will be pulled over unnecessarily just to do all of those things they were not used to. It was a little bit heated at that time, and that was the concern,” he recalled.

Adeoye went on to say that “under the Democratic administration, a lot of that has been cooled off, that has totally disappeared, especially as it concerns legal immigrants. Because Africans come to the United States legally.”

Nonetheless, he expressed cautious optimism, adding, “We are hopeful that the new administration of Mr. Trump would be beneficial to legal immigrants because he mentioned that during the campaign that his concerns were illegal immigrants. So some persons in the United States were like, ‘Okay, if he comes in this time, it will be favorable to immigrants.’”

Adeoye’s remarks come as the U.S. immigration debate remains a core issue, with many African immigrant communities closely watching how future policies may shape their lives and opportunities in America.

Osun State Governor,  Senator Ademola Adeleke has applauded the appointment of Hon. Justice Moshud Adekunle Adeigbe (Rtd) as the new Asiwaju of Osogboland.

Gov Adeleke described the retired jurist as “a responsible and committed development actor”.

According to Gov Adeleke, he had known and worked with the new Aswaju for several decades, noting that the Hon. Commissioner for Boundary Settlement and Chairman, Osun State Border Commission is a passionate lover of his people and a man with limitless energy in service of the society.

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He commended the Ataoja of Osogbo for his choice of the jurist, and added that Justice Adeigbe has been part of positive development happening within and around Osogbo, the capital city.

Gov Adeleke expressed happiness that the state government has a tested patriot in its push to build a befitting state capital.

In his words, “I congratulate Justice Adeigbe Rtd. on his appointment by the Ataoja – in – Council. This is a well deserved appointment, a recognition of the jurist’s exceptional character as a gentleman, a community worker and an accomplished indegene of Osogbo.

“I welcome him to our circle of Asiwajus across Osun state. I look forward to working closely with him to realise our grand vision for Osogboland.”

The Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji Olanipekun had earlier announced the choice of Justice Adeigbe (rtd) as the new Asiwaju after the demise of Chief Ajadi Badmus, the former occupant of the office.

The letter of appointment from the Ataoja of Osogbo to Justice Adeigbe reads thus:

“Following due consultation and consent of the Ataoja-in-Council and some interested elders on the affairs of Osogboland, I, as the Ataoja of Osogboland hereby APPOINT you as the ASIWAJU OF OSOGBOLAND’.

“Your appointment into the leadership position in Osogboland takes effect from 1st day of November, 2024, with the following ROLES:

i. To assist me as the Ataoja of Osogboland and the Ataoja-in-Council, in the running of the affairs of Osogboland;

ii. To advice me and the Ataoja-in-Council, after consulting with relevant interest groups in Osogboland and in diaspora, on ways and means of promoting the unity and progress of Osogboland;

iii. To make regular consultations with me and the leadership of the Osogbo Action Committee (O.A.C.) and the Osogbo Progressive Union (O.P.U.) on various developmental issues, and find ways and means of implementing our resolutions;

iv, To mobilize and lead the generality of the people of Osogboland to achieve progress in the community;

v. To advice me on ways of protecting and finding ways for security in our community, and jointly work out ways and means of how to curb disturbances and create orderliness amongst our people in Osogboland in general;

vi. To make regular consultations with the leadership of the Osogbo Action Committee (O.A.C.) and the Osogbo Progressive Union (O.P.U.), on various developmental issues in Osogbo Land, and advice me and the Ataoja-in-Council on implementing any resolution reached from time to time;

vii. To mobilize and lead the generality of the people of Osogboland to achieve unity among them and work for progress of Osogboland;

viii. To carry out all lawful and legitimate assignments in the interest of Osogbolánd that I may give you from time to time; To represent and lead my delegation to meet with Federal, State and Local Government authorities on all matters pertaining to Osogboland, in general.

“While congratulating you on this well deserved royal appointment, it is my hope that you will continue to work assiduously as usual, in promoting the peace and progress of Osogboland, in general”.

As of June 30, 2024, the combined debt of Nigerian states surged to N11.47 trillion, marking a significant 14.57% rise from the N10.01 trillion reported in December 2023.

According to data from Nigeria’s Debt Management Office (DMO), this jump largely stems from increased external borrowing and the impact of naira devaluation, which saw the currency fall from N899.39/$1 in December 2023 to N1,470.19/$1 by mid-2024.

While external debt for states and the Federal Capital Territory grew to $4.89 billion, a 6.14% rise, the naira value of these debts skyrocketed by 73.46% to N7.2 trillion.

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Meanwhile, domestic debt for these regions saw a notable decline of 27.12%, reducing from N5.86 trillion to N4.27 trillion. Overall, state debt accounted for 8.54% of Nigeria’s national debt, which now totals N134.3 trillion, according to DMO records.

Revenue allocations have increased alongside these debts, partly due to higher oil prices. The Federation Account Allocation Committee reported distributing N3.473 trillion to all government tiers in Q2 2024. This included N1.337 trillion for states, a rise of 4.29% from the previous quarter.

However, many states continue to struggle with substantial debt burdens, leading experts to voice concerns over long-term economic stability and debt sustainability.