Tag: xenophobia
Xenophobia: FG to receive 270 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa
The flight is scheduled to arrive at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, by 5:00am on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Xenophobia: Satguru Maharaj Ji sends message to South Africa’s president to Ramaphosa
Expressing sympathy for victims of the attacks, Maharaj Ji urged African governments to provide assistance to affected citizens and businesses…
Another Tragedy: Nigerian businessman gunned down in South Africa
The tragic death of the trader has once again highlighted concerns about the security and safety of foreign nationals who…
FG intensifies evacuation as xenophobia fears grow in South Africa
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, an Air Peace aircraft departed Nigeria on Monday afternoon to airlift registered Nigerians…
Xenophobia: Tinubu’s govt evacuates 66 more Nigerians from South Africa
Sixty-six Nigerians evacuated from South Africa have arrived in Lagos as the Federal Government continues the repatriation of citizens affected…
Xenophobia: S’African artistes lose gigs as govt admits heavy backlash
“One artiste did reach out to me to say all her gigs were cancelled on the continent. This is an…
Xenophobia: Nigeria considers retaliatory measures against South Africa
“My own generation, we carried placards, we demonstrated in front of South African assets. Sometimes we even got arrested for…
Xenophobia: Ramaphosa warns South Africans, says only govt can question foreigners
“Government will take decisive action to address violations of our immigration laws,” the president said. “No other person is allowed,…
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…
Xenophobia: ‘We should take away South African control of MTN’ – Oshiomhole
“I’m aware that MTN is quoted on the stock exchange. Nigerian shareholders can hold on to their shares, but we…
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.…
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…
Fresh xenophobia Fears as Nigeria Prepares evacuation plan for citizens
Nigeria has warned its citizens living in South Africa to stay safe and avoid trouble because of planned anti-foreigner protests…
Malema: Xenophobia in South Africa a betrayal of African unity
Malema spoke at the opening of the 2025 Annual General Conference of the NBA where he also extolled Nigeria’s contributions…