Xenophobia: 268 Nigerian returnees arrive in Lagos from South Africa

Punchng | 11-06-2026 11:48pm |

A total of 268 Nigerian citizens have returned to Lagos from South Africa as part of an evacuation process prompted by recent xenophobic attacks targeting foreigners. This group marks the first batch of returnees, with additional flights anticipated to bring more Nigerians back home. The Nigerian government has been coordinating these evacuations to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens affected by the unrest in South Africa.

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