Patterns of international migration among rular households in Edo state, Nigeria

This article examines the pattern of international migration among rural households in Edo State, Nigeria. The empirical results are based on a quantitative and qualitative survey 240 household heads. findings show that some heads sourced information with special reference to migration. assisted them guiding intending migrants from their how go about leaving country search better life. was majorly centred visa processing obtaining residency/work permits job opportunities. Family friends, Internet travel agencies were various channels where got guide decisions. Migrants left through legal illegal means. A key factor choice destination presence either family members or while plans arrangements for migrants’ departure largely facilitated by themselves. Irrespective quest many leave Nigeria, sought greener pastures African countries. Libya turned out be first most they later migrated other countries Europe.