This comes amid a mass exodus of Nigerians abroad searching for greener pastures, with many eying Canada as their destination.
The UK Home Office, responsible for the deportations, stated the action became necessary due to a “major surge in immigration enforcement and returns activity.”
Mr Chieke is described as being around six feet, eight inches tall, with a shaved, balding head and stubble, and goes by several names, including Abraham Jakoboits.
The federal government has urged Nigerians living in China to continue promoting the country’s cultural heritage to foster nation-building.
The convener, Adeola Alakija-Awogbemi, made the call in an interview on Sunday in Abuja while reacting to the declaration.
If the EFCC successfully tracks down Mr Shodiya and Mr Jamiu, they will be extradited to the U.S. to stand trial.
He, however, urged the president to do more to alleviate the hardship citizens are experiencing.
While noting that the foreign government was accepting visa applications from Nigerian nationals, UAE attached a list of stringent rules that must be followed.
Mr Atiku noted that the strength and resilience of Nigerians in disapora were crucial to the country’s future.
Time Magazine has listed renowned Nigerian-American computer scientist Chinasa Okolo among the 100 most influential people in artificial intelligence.