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Xenophobia
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South African Envoy Reports Surge in Nigerian Visa Applications Amid Xenophobia Concerns
South Africa's Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof. Bobby Moroe, says visa demand from Nigerians has nearly doubled despite recent reports of xenophobic violence.
August 11, 2026
Okey Onoh challenges South African envoy regarding xenophobia claims
Former lawmaker Okey Onoh has criticized the South African Consul-General for denying the existence of xenophobia, calling for better protection of Nigerians and a reevaluation of diplomatic ties.
August 10, 2026
Femi Falana Urges Nigerian Government to Sanction South African Firms Over Xenophobic Violence
Senior Advocate Femi Falana is calling on the Nigerian government to impose economic sanctions on South African companies and grant citizens direct access to the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights to address persistent xenophobic violence.
August 2, 2026
Maduabuchi Idam Criticizes Nigerian Government Over Inaction on South African Xenophobia
Activist Maduabuchi Idam has accused the Nigerian government of inaction regarding persistent xenophobic attacks in South Africa, urging the state to implement concrete policy and economic measures to protect its citizens.
August 1, 2026
Xenophobic Violence Leads Nigerians in South Africa to Abandon Children
Nigerians fleeing recurring xenophobic attacks in South Africa are leaving behind children fathered with local women due to financial hardships and opposition from the mothers.
July 31, 2026
Tyla cancels Lagos tour date following intense public outcry
South African singer Tyla has dropped Lagos from her APop tour schedule following online criticism regarding xenophobic tensions between Nigeria and South Africa.
July 31, 2026
Tyla Cancels Lagos Stop on APOP World Tour Amidst Xenophobia Protests
Singer Tyla has dropped Lagos from her APOP World Tour following public calls for a boycott triggered by xenophobic incidents involving Nigerians in South Africa.
July 31, 2026
Ike Nwachukwu Denounces Xenophobia and Calls for Security Reform in Nigeria
Retired Maj.-Gen. Ike Nwachukwu calls for an end to xenophobia in Africa and urges leaders to prioritize trust, justice, and community-led intelligence to solve security challenges in Nigeria's South-East.
July 30, 2026
Activist VDM threatens to disrupt Tyla’s Lagos concert over xenophobia
Social media personality VDM has threatened to halt Tyla's upcoming Lagos concert, citing his opposition to xenophobic acts against Nigerians in South Africa.
July 30, 2026
Mama Pee cautions Tyla against performing in Nigeria amid South African xenophobia
Activist Mama Pee has advised South African singer Tyla to cancel her upcoming Lagos concert, citing the artist's silence regarding xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa.
July 30, 2026