Nigeria Considers Sanctions Against South Africa Over Fresh Xenophobic Attacks

Politicsnigeria | 09-06-2026 05:35pm |

The Federal Government of Nigeria has indicated that it may reassess the privileges currently afforded to South African businesses and nationals in response to recent xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians in South Africa. This announcement was made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, during a briefing with State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The Nigerian government is closely monitoring the situation and is prepared to take action to protect its citizens abroad. Further details regarding potential sanctions or specific measures have yet to be disclosed.

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