65 Nigerians to return from South Africa Wednesday — FG
The Federal Government announces 65 Nigerians will return from South Africa on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, amid anti-foreigner attacks. Read More: https://punchng.com/65-nigerians-to-return-from-south-africa-wednesday-fg/
The Federal Government has announced that 65 more Nigerians will return from South Africa on August 26, 2026, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on its X handle. The returnees, sponsored by private individuals, are set to depart from Oliver Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg at 3:30pm local time.
They will be flying with South African Airways. The ministry informed that these 65 Nigerians will join a previous batch of 83 Nigerians who were repatriated last week, also sponsored by private individuals. The repatriation is taking place due to recent incidents of anti-foreigner attacks and discrimination in South Africa. Upon arrival at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, the returnees are expected to arrive at 8:45pm on the same day.
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