The Nigerian community in South Africa has appealed to the federal government to urgently resolve challenges delaying the repatriation of about 300 Nigerians stranded in Pretoria.
Mr Nwobi said that Nigerians who sought to renew their visas or stay permits could not get them on time and were often targeted for indiscriminate attacks.
The Nigerian Union of South Africa has reassured that Igbo leadership roles in South Africa are purely cultural.
NUSA urged the South African authorities to tackle the recurring violence targeted at Nigerian nationals.
Mr Nwobi, in a press release, said diasporan remittances had been stabilising households.
The crucial Group C encounter is scheduled for Sept. 9 at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
The statement called on all Nigerians in South Africa to remain vigilant and peaceful during this critical time.
Mr Nwobi said that NUSA mobilised massive Nigerian support to the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria for the Flamingos.
