Tag: Xenophobia
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Third Batch of Evacuated Nigerians Arrive Lagos from South Africa
By Opeyemi Adelakun The third batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa has arrived in Lagos amid weeks of anti-immigration protests and rising xenophobic tensions in the country. The returnees arrived on Tuesday aboard an Air Peace aircraft, which touched down at the cargo terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at about 10:54…
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FG Evacuates Nigerians as June 30 Xenophobia Ultimatum Nears
By Paul Joseph The Federal Government has commenced plans to evacuate more than 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa as concerns mount over renewed xenophobic tensions and growing anti-immigrant sentiment in the country. Officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday confirmed that screening for a voluntary repatriation programme began on Thursday, with authorities expecting…
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Durban Immigration Crackdown Sparks Fresh Xenophobia Concerns
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Authorities in Durban, South Africa, have moved several Nigerians and other African migrants to immigration screening centres, triggering renewed fears of xenophobia and anti-foreigner hostility in the country. The operation, reportedly ordered by Durban Mayor Cyril Xaba, involved the transfer of migrants from temporary shelters in the city to designated centres…
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OPINION: Oshiomhole’s Xenophobia Rhetoric, Foreign Investment Calls and the Politics of Motive
By Paul Joseph Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s recent comments on xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa and his renewed push for greater Nigerian control of foreign-owned companies such as MTN and MultiChoice have once again ignited a familiar national debate not just about policy, but about motive. On the surface, his argument appears straightforward: Nigerian…
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South Africa Delays Nigerians’ Safety Pact Over Xenophobia Concerns — NiDCOM
By Paul Joseph Abike Dabiri-Erewa has disclosed that South Africa is yet to sign a proposed Memorandum of Understanding aimed at protecting Nigerians and other Africans from xenophobic attacks, despite six years of negotiations. Speaking during an X Space conversation organised by The Progressive NG on the theme, “Leveraging Diaspora Strength for Nigeria’s Next Phase…
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Beyond Xenophobia; Africa’s Leadership Failure and the Crisis We Refuse to Confront
By George Omagbemi Sylvester For years, Africa has hidden behind one convenient word whenever tensions erupt between locals and migrants: xenophobia. The term has become a continental shield, a political escape route that avoids deeper and more uncomfortable truths. Yet the violence, anger, resentment and hostility witnessed in parts of Africa today are not born…
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Ramaphosa Denies Xenophobia Claims Amid Nigeria Boycott Threat
By George Omagbemi Sylvester South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that South Africans are not xenophobic, following reports that some Nigerian senators are considering a boycott of South African businesses operating in Nigeria, including MTN. Ramaphosa made the statement on May 6, 2026, less than 12 hours after the reports surfaced, emphasizing that South…
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Xenophobia: Tanzania’s President Issues 48hrs Ultimatum to South Africans To Leave The Country
By Paul Joseph The President of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has reportedly taken a hard stance against South Africa by issuing a 48 hours ultimatum to leave Tanzania, announcing sweeping measures in response to ongoing xenophobic attacks against African migrants. According to reports, President Hassan issued a 48-hour ultimatum for South African nationals to leave…
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Xenophobia: Oshiomhole Calls For Revoke of MTN, DSTV Licences
By Paul Joseph Senator Adams Oshiomhole has called on the Federal Government to withdraw the operating licences of South African firms, including MTN Nigeria and MultiChoice, in response to renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. Representing Edo North, Oshiomhole made the call during plenary, stressing that Nigeria must adopt a firm stance to…
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Nigeria Summons South Africa Over Xenophobia Attacks
By Paul Joseph The Nigerian government has summoned South Africa’s acting High Commissioner following a wave of recent attacks targeting foreign nationals, including Nigerians, in the southern African country. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria expressed “profound concern” over the incidents and confirmed that a formal diplomatic meeting is scheduled…
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Diplomatic Tension Rises Over Killing of Nigerians in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg has strongly condemned the killing of two Nigerian nationals by South African security personnel, raising fresh concerns over the safety of foreign nationals. 27 April 2026 — The Consul-General, Ambassador Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, disclosed that the victims, Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew, died in separate incidents involving…
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Xenophobia and the Struggle of Nigerians in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other foreign nationals in South Africa stem from a mix of economic hardship, inequality, and social tension. High unemployment and poverty have created frustration among many locals, who often wrongly perceive immigrants as competitors for scarce jobs and resources. This environment is further worsened by misinformation…
