Wednesday, August 12, 2026

South Africa

July 8, 2026

Use profit of South African companies in Nigeria to compensate xenophobia victims, Oshiomhole tells Tinubu govt

Mr Oshiomhole stated, “This does not require any further investigation because the facts are self-evident.”

Nigerians evacuated from South Africa
July 8, 2026

Nigeria-South Africa relations must be anchored on respect, protection of citizens: APC Governors

The Forum of First-Term Governors under the Progressives Governors’ Forum has condemned attacks on Nigerians and other nationals in South Africa.

APC governors
July 5, 2026

Consulate demands justice as another Nigerian killed in South Africa

The consulate called on the South African government to launch an investigation into all alleged murder cases and prosecute perpetrators.

Xenophobia Attacks
July 4, 2026

Consulate condemns alleged killing of Nigerian, Emeka Iroegbu, by South African metro police

The consulate said Mr Iroegbu, 50, was allegedly murdered on June 28 in Sunnyside, Pretoria, in the Gauteng province.

Emeka Iroegbu
July 4, 2026

No compensation for Nigerians leaving property behind; they should rather show us their drug dens to clean them up: South Africa 

She added, “Informal squatter camps and settlements are never properties because they are illegal in the country.”

Evacuated Nigerians from South Africa
July 3, 2026

MTN Nigeria appeals against FG’s proposed nationalisation, says company belongs to Nigerians

He said over 11 million Nigerians own stakes in the company through pension fund investments.

MTN
July 3, 2026

Xenophobia: Uganda repatriates 273 nationals from South Africa

Uganda repatriated 273 of its citizens from South Africa following xenophobic attacks.

July 3, 2026

Tobacco alliance seeks smoke-free cities to protect children

He said smoke-free environments provide critical protection for children, whose developing lungs are particularly vulnerable to toxic tobacco smoke.

Cigarette smoker
July 2, 2026

Xenophobia: Tinubu govt urged to create entrepreneurs fund for Nigerians repatriated from South Africa

The NUSA spokesman urged Mr Tinubu to leverage Nigeria’s economic relationship with South Africa more strategically.

Nigerians alighting from Air Peace plane from South Africa.
July 2, 2026

Group urges FG’s support for Nigerians repatriated from South Africa

The group urged the federal government to treat the ongoing repatriation as the beginning of a comprehensive support programme.

Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA)