Tag: South Africa
Julián Quiñones scores first goal of FIFA World Cup 2026
The striker struck in the ninth minute at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, capitalising on a costly defensive error…
Thursday homecoming for Nigerians fleeing xenophobic attacks in South Africa
The Federal Government has announced that the first batch of Nigerians returning from South Africa due to ongoing xenophobic attacks…
Nigeria ready to evacuate first batch of citizens from South Africa
The affected Nigerians will depart O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg on Wednesday night.
Xenophobic Attack: Nigeria considers action against South Africa
The Nigerian government says it is considering taking retaliatory action against South Africa following continued xenophobic attacks on Nigerians living…
Xenophobic attacks: Nigeria reschedules evacuation of willing citizens from South Africa
President Bola Tinubu had approved five evacuation flights, which would be operated by Nigeria’s private airliner, Air Peace.
Xenophobia: Nigeria set to deploy aircraft to evacuate citizens trapped in South Africa
The Federal Government said it remains committed to protecting Nigerians abroad and ensuring the safe return of those affected by…
Xenophobic: FG to repatriate over 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa
The Federal Government has commenced arrangements to repatriate more than 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa as growing anti-immigrant sentiments and…
‘How 105 Nigerians were killed in South Africa in 7 years’
The Nigerian community urged the South African government to strengthen measures against xenophobic violence, vigilantism, mob justice and unlawful conduct…
Springbok world rankings history: How South Africa became the dominant force in world rugby
This article traces the journey of South African rugby through the World Rugby rankings, from their early dominance to the…
EDITORIAL: Xenophobia in South Africa Must Concern Africa
This is painful. It is painful because South Africa was once a symbol of African unity and resistance against oppression.…
Fani-Kayode Confirmed as Nigeria’s Ambassador to South Africa
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has announced that President Bola Tinubu has approved his deployment as Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to…
Diplomatic Twist: Fani-Kayode swaps Germany posting for South Africa
Former Minister of Aviation and political figure Femi Fani-Kayode has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved his appointment…
Xenophobic attacks: Nigerian varsity students threaten to picket South African firms
Adeyemo described it as morally unjustifiable for such companies to operate profitably in Nigeria while Nigerians were allegedly being subjected…
Nigeria condemns threats against citizens in South Africa, demands action
“We request prompt sharing of preliminary findings and regular updates with the Government of Nigeria,” he said.
Xenophobia: 130 Nigerians apply for evacuation from South Africa
The Nigerian government says 130 Nigerians living in South Africa have asked to be evacuated because of rising tensions caused…