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Xenophobia
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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.
July 2, 2026
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.
July 2, 2026
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.
July 2, 2026
Migrants Return to Malawi and Zimbabwe After Fleeing South African Hostility
Thousands of foreign nationals are returning to their home countries after a wave of xenophobic violence and vigilante-led ultimatums forced them to flee South Africa.
July 2, 2026
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.
July 1, 2026
Thousands Depart South Africa Amidst Xenophobic Protests and Unofficial Deadline
Thousands of undocumented foreign nationals are fleeing South Africa as nationwide protests and vigilante-led anti-immigrant campaigns result in violence, deaths, and mass government-assisted repatriations.
June 30, 2026
Nigeria pursues restitution for properties abandoned by citizens fleeing South Africa
Nigeria's Acting High Commissioner, Alexander Ajayi, announced that the government is documenting abandoned assets of returning Nigerians to demand compensation from South African authorities amidst growing xenophobic tensions.
June 30, 2026
Humanitarian Minister Applauds Nigerian Returnees from South Africa
Minister Bernard Doro praised the resilience of 269 Nigerians returning from South Africa amid xenophobic tensions, while the government commits to supporting their reintegration.
June 30, 2026
Nigeria Issues Formal Warning to South Africa Regarding Anti-Migrant Violence
Nigeria has demanded that South African authorities ensure the safety of its citizens following the outbreak of anti-migrant protests and reports of targeted violence.
June 30, 2026
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.
June 30, 2026