Xenophobia: 1,695 Nigerians evacuated from S’Africa – Envoy
Amid xenophobic attacks, 1,695 Nigerians were evacuated from South Africa this year. Learn about the government’s efforts and ongoing threats. Read More: https://punchng.com/xenophobia-1695-nigerians-evacuated-from-safrica-envoy/
The Acting High Commissioner to South Africa, Ajayi Alexander, announced on Friday that 1,695 Nigerians were evacuated from the country this year due to xenophobic attacks. The repatriation efforts included 1,490 Nigerians through government-sponsored arrangements and 205 individuals supported by private citizens. Alexander mentioned that the Federal Government funded five repatriation flights, each accommodating at least 200 Nigerians.
Additionally, the mission organized two or three batches of one-way tickets for citizens seeking to leave.
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