Shettima: Nigeria’ll No Longer Tolerate Dehumanisation of Its Citizens
* Says South Africans must rethink xenophobic, afrophobic attacks Deji Elumoye in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday declared that Nigeria will no longer tolerate the dehumanisation or mistreatment of its
Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that his country will no longer tolerate the dehumanization or mistreatment of its citizens abroad. Speaking in Luanda, Angola, Shettima reiterated Nigeria's strong stance against xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. This came as the Vice President returned to Nigeria following his representation of President Bola Tinubu at the 21st Extraordinary Session of the African Union.
Addressing journalists in Luanda, Shettima emphasized that Nigeria will not accept its people being subjected to degrading conditions. However, he called for constructive dialogue with South African authorities, aiming to address concerns while maintaining a firm position on the unacceptable treatment of Nigerians. Shettima highlighted Nigeria's historical support for Southern African liberation and expressed disappointment over the mistreatment of its citizens.
The vice-president specifically urged South African authorities to prioritize the protection of lives and uphold human dignity when enforcing immigration policies. As he departed Luanda, Shettima pledged continued efforts to resolve issues with South Africa through peaceful engagement, insisting that Nigeria would not remain silent in the face of threats to its citizens' well-being.
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