A recent executive order by U.S. President has initiated the deportation of 1,563 Sierra Leoneans as part of a broader crackdown on illegal immigration.

According to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), these individuals are among the 1,445,549 people slated for deportation worldwide. The measure is part of intensified efforts to address illegal residency, affecting numerous nationalities across the globe.

The move has sparked concerns within affected communities, as they prepare for the impending enforcement of this directive.