After spending over three months in Pakistan, US woman Onijah Andrew Robinson has finally left for New York City, according to police reports. The 33-year-old arrived in Karachi on October 11, 2023, with plans to marry 19-year-old Nidal Ahmed Memon, whom she had met online. However, their plans were disrupted when Memon allegedly abandoned her due to family opposition.
Following his disappearance, Robinson spent nearly 30 hours outside his apartment before seeking shelter at a Chhipa shelter. She was later admitted to the psychiatric ward at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) for care.
South Deputy Inspector General of Police, Syed Asad Raza, confirmed that Robinson left JPMC and headed to the airport, where she boarded a flight to Dubai at 10:40 p.m. before continuing her journey to the United States. Her return ticket was arranged by the US government.
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The case attracted significant attention after Zaffar Abbas, founder of the Jafriya Disaster Management Cell Welfare Organisation, shared her story on social media. Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori intervened, assisting with the extension of her expired visa and helping coordinate her return. Despite initial reluctance, Robinson eventually agreed to cooperate.
Authorities in Karachi had considered deporting Robinson and sought guidance from the federal government through the Sindh government. Ultimately, arrangements were made for her voluntary departure.
