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Additional 39 Nigerians leave South Africa on emergency flight
A total of 39 Nigerians have departed South Africa on an emergency evacuation flight organized by the Federal Government and Air Peace, with hundreds more expected to follow next week.
Additional Nigerian citizens return home from South Africa
Over 200 Nigerians arrived in Lagos on a government-funded flight from South Africa as authorities continue evacuations despite the passing of a local anti-migrant deadline.
Nigerian Government Organizes Evacuation for 700 Citizens from South Africa
The Nigerian government is set to evacuate an additional 700 citizens from South Africa, bringing the total number of repatriated individuals to over 1,200 as officials refute claims of passenger fees.
Nigerian Government Denies Charging Returnees for South Africa Evacuation Flights
The Nigerian government has rejected allegations that returnees from South Africa were forced to pay for evacuation flights, confirming that the state covered all costs.
Nigerian Government Preparing Further Evacuations Amid South African Unrest
The Nigerian government is organizing a new evacuation mission for citizens in South Africa as looting and unrest continue to impact foreign-owned businesses.
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Praises Air Peace for Evacuating 533 Nigerians from South Africa
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has commended Air Peace for successfully evacuating 533 Nigerians from South Africa, labeling the mission a significant act of patriotism.
Nigerian Government Plans to Seek Compensation for Assets Abandoned in South Africa
The Nigerian government is documenting abandoned properties and businesses of returnees from South Africa to pursue compensation, as 603 citizens have now been successfully evacuated.
Lagos authorities clear occupants from unsafe four-storey building
Lagos officials have evacuated a four-storey building on Lagos Island after discovering severe structural flaws that threatened a potential collapse.
Air Peace Brings Home 533 Nigerians Amid Ongoing South African Repatriation
Air Peace has transported 533 Nigerians home from South Africa, marking another phase in the federal government's evacuation initiative prompted by rising xenophobic tensions.
Third Group of Nigerians Returns Home from South Africa Amid Xenophobia Crisis
A third wave of 271 Nigerians has been safely repatriated from South Africa to Lagos following recent social tensions.