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  "id": 6736564,
  "title": "JUST IN: National Assembly suspends official visits to South Africa",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/just-in-national-assembly-suspends-official-visits-to-south-africa-6736564",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T09:40:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/just-in-national-assembly-suspends-official-visits-to-south-africa/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Nigeria's National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa due to ongoing xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals. According to the Daily Post Nigeria, the decision was made in response to reports of continued violence, intimidation, and destruction of property against Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa.\n\nThe National Assembly has also directed a boycott of South African-hosted or organised legislative activities and engagements until further notice. The Clerk to the National Assembly, Mr Kamoru Ogunlana, stated that the decision reflects the National Assembly's concern for the safety, dignity, and welfare of Nigerian citizens abroad.\n\nThe National Assembly has called on the South African government to take urgent measures to protect Nigerians and other African nationals and prevent further attacks. They have also urged South African authorities to investigate reported incidents, arrest suspected perpetrators, and prosecute those responsible. The suspension and boycott will remain in force until further notice.",
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