Tag: Xenophobic
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No Nigerian Killed Directly by Xenophobic Protesters in South Africa — Foreign Affairs Ministry
By Sunday Ameh The Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that no Nigerian has been killed directly by participants in the ongoing anti-foreigner protests in South Africa, despite the deaths of four Nigerians in the country in recent months. The ministry said investigations by the Nigerian High Commission in South Africa showed that none…
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Beyond Repatriation: Understanding Ghana’s Response to Xenophobic Tensions in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The decision by the Government of Ghana to repatriate hundreds of its citizens from South Africa was driven largely by rising anti-immigration protests, xenophobic tensions, and growing fears for the safety of foreign nationals. Reports indicated that many Ghanaians felt increasingly vulnerable amid demonstrations in Johannesburg and other areas, where some…
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Xenophobic Violence in Cosmo City Raises Fresh Concerns for Migrant Safety in South Africa
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Reports emerging from Cosmo City in Johannesburg have sparked renewed concern after videos circulated online allegedly showing violent attacks and mob actions targeting foreign nationals, including Nigerians. The footage, which appears to show angry groups confronting migrants, has triggered widespread alarm within the Nigerian diaspora community and human rights circles. As…
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Reps Push for Sanctions Against South Africa as Xenophobic Attacks Worsen
By Paul Joseph Nigeria’s House of Representatives Nigeria has called for firm diplomatic and economic actions against South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks reportedly claiming the lives of Nigerian citizens. The resolution came after lawmakers on Tuesday considered a motion of urgent public importance presented by Donald Ojogo and Billy Osawaru, who warned that Nigerians…
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UN Condemns Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa as Country Marks Freedom Day
By Paul Joseph United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has strongly condemned renewed waves of xenophobic violence in South Africa, warning that such acts undermine the country’s democratic values and historical legacy. In a statement released through his spokesperson to mark South Africa’s Freedom Day, Guterres expressed deep concern over reports of attacks, intimidation, and incitement…
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FG Urges Nigerians To Shutdown Businesses in South Africa as Xenophobic Attacks Worsens
By Paul Joseph Nigeria’s diaspora agency, has issued a fresh advisory urging Nigerians residing in to temporarily shut down their businesses amid a renewed wave of anti-foreigner protests spreading across parts of the country. The warning follows reports from the Nigerian Consulate indicating that demonstrations have escalated into violence, with incidents of looting, property destruction,…
