Xenophobia: Police warn against reprisal attacks on South Africans in Nigeria

Guardian | 01-06-2026 10:18pm |

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a warning to the public regarding potential reprisal attacks on South African nationals residing in Nigeria. This advisory comes in response to recent xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians in South Africa. The NPF emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and order, urging citizens to refrain from any acts of violence or retaliation against South Africans in the country. Authorities are committed to ensuring the safety of all individuals, regardless of nationality, and have called for calm in the face of rising tensions.

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