Xenophobia: First Batch Of Nigerian Evacuees From South Africa Expected Thursday - FG
The Nigerian government is repatriating over 1,000 citizens from South Africa following a surge in xenophobic violence. The operation is fully funded by the Nigerian government and involves Air Peace Airlines to ensure the safe return of its nationals.
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This highlights escalating diplomatic tensions and the humanitarian crisis resulting from anti-immigrant sentiment in South Africa.
The first batch of Nigerian evacuees from South Africa is expected in the country on Thursday following rising xenophobic attacks.
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