Nigeria summons South African envoy over attacks on its nationals
Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner over recent attacks on Nigerian citizens and other foreigners in South Africa. The move follows anti-immigrant marches and violence that have resulted in several deaths, including at least two Nigerians. Nigeria expressed concern that the incidents could harm bilateral relations between the two countries.
- ▪Nigeria summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner to express its concern over attacks on its nationals.
- ▪At least two Nigerians and four Ethiopians have been killed in recent weeks amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment.
- ▪South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the attacks but also urged foreigners to respect local laws.
- ▪Anti-immigrant groups have targeted foreign-owned businesses and demanded identity papers from individuals in public spaces.
- ▪A recent controversy arose after the appointment of a Nigerian community leader as a traditional 'king' in KuGompo, fueling local tensions.
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Nigeria summons South African envoy over attacks on its nationals8 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePaul NjieandJoseph WinterKIM LUDBROOK/EPA/ShutterstockThe 'March and March' demonstration in Johannesburg in April called for all illegal foreign immigrants to leave the countryNigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner over a spate of recent attacks on foreigners in the southern African nation.Nigeria will formally convey its "profound concern" at a meeting on Monday over incidents in South Africa, saying they could affect existing relations between the countries, according to a foreign ministry statement.The meeting will focus on recent marches held by anti-immigrant groups and "documented instances of mistreatment of Nigerian citizens and attacks on their…
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