Xenophobia: 'Close Shops, Stay Safe', FG Tells Nigerians In South Africa

Xenophobia: 'Close Shops, Stay Safe', FG Tells Nigerians In South Africa

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has asked Nigerians in South Africa to shut their businesses and stay safe as xenophobic attacks escalate in parts of the country. There is currently a growing anti-foreigner protest across South Africa, where demonstrators have targeted foreign-owned shops while calling for the expulsion of non-nationals. A statement on Friday, signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, spokesperson for NiDCOM, said the adviso…

Nigerian govt warns citizens in South Africa of violent anti-foreigner protests

The post Nigerian govt warns citizens in South Africa of violent anti-foreigner protests appeared first on Kemi Filani. The Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg has warned citizens in South Africa amid anti-foreigner demonstrations in the country. This was contained in a public notice dated April 22, 2026. The consulate said protests had already taken place in cities including KuGompo (formerly East London), Cape Town, Durban and parts of …

Xenophobia: NiDCOM Urges Nigerians In South Africa To Shut Businesses, Avoid Protests

By Ebi Kesiena The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has advised Nigerians living in South Africa to temporarily close their businesses and steer clear of confrontations as xenophobic attacks intensify across parts of the country. The advisory follows a surge in anti-foreigner protests, with some South Africans calling for the expulsion of foreign nationals and the shutdown of foreign-owned businesses. In a statement, NiDCOM said the war…

NiDCOM Warns Nigerians in South Africa to Exercise Caution as Anti-Foreigner Protests Turn Violent

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has urged Nigerians living in South Africa to exercise caution and comply with safety advisories issued by the Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg following renewed anti-foreigner protests in parts of the country. According to a circular dated April 22, 2026, demonstrations in East London, Cape Town, Durban and KwaZulu-Natal reportedly turned violent, resultin…

Tinubu Govt Tells Nigerians In South Africa To Shut Down Businesses As Fresh Xenophobic Violence Erupts

Tinubu Govt Tells Nigerians In South Africa To Shut Down Businesses As Fresh Xenophobic Violence Erupts

“We’ll ensure Ghanaians everywhere are treated with respect": Ablakwa on xenophobic attacks

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to protect citizens abroad amid rising xenophobic attacks in South Africa, emphasising state responsibility.