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Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stands firm against calls for Nigerian property compensation
South African Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has rejected calls for compensation regarding abandoned Nigerian properties, maintaining that only legally registered assets are entitled to any consideration.
Ifeanyi Ejiofor Demands Tangible Action from Nigerian Government for Citizens in South Africa
Human rights lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor is pushing the Nigerian government to take stronger diplomatic and legal steps to protect its citizens from persistent xenophobic violence in South Africa.
South Africa Denies Nigeria’s Compensation Requests for Abandoned Assets
South Africa has rebuffed Nigeria's bid to claim compensation for assets abandoned by migrants, insisting only legally registered property qualifies while demanding the disclosure of alleged drug-related locations.
South Africa Refuses Nigeria’s Compensation Claims Following Xenophobic Violence
South Africa has declined Nigeria's demand for compensation regarding property abandoned by Nigerians who fled the country following recent xenophobic attacks.
Nigerians Returning from South Africa Face Criminal Stigma and Economic Ruin
Government officials are launching support programs for over 1,000 Nigerians returning from South Africa, as returnees share personal stories of lost businesses, systemic discrimination, and the heavy stigma of being unfairly labeled as criminals.
Uganda Brings Home First Citizens Escaping South African Xenophobia
A group of 273 Ugandans has returned home from South Africa as the government launches an evacuation mission to protect its citizens from ongoing xenophobic violence.
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.
Aloy Ejimakor calls on President Tinubu to address violence against Nigerians in South Africa
Aloy Ejimakor urges President Bola Tinubu to issue a strong warning to the South African government following ongoing attacks against Nigerian citizens.
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.