A Nigerian family in Windsor, Ont., is pleading with the federal government to let them stay in Canada not only for what they say is their personal safety but also so their daughter, a 16-year-old cancer survivor, can continue medical treatment.
“I’m just pleading for safety and my health because I still have ongoing treatments and checkups,” Amirat Fayemi said.
“If we were to [be sent] back home, I have a lot of problem back home because my father is really in danger right now .... and I don’t think it’s a good option to go back home.”
Amirat is in remission after being diagnosed with leukemia in 2022, but is now being treated for a new issue concerning her blood — and fears it may be a sign that the cancer has returned.
The family has disobeyed one request to leave the country.
While the girl’s doctor has signed off on a letter stating she should not fly, another doctor who looked at the case on behalf of immigration authorities disagreed.
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