The Digest:
The Federal Government has summoned South Africa's acting high commissioner in Abuja over renewed attacks on foreign nationals, including Nigerians. Foreign ministry spokesman Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa said the diplomat will meet with Nigerian officials on Monday to discuss "documented instances of mistreatment of Nigerian citizens and attacks on their businesses." The summons follows similar action by Ghana's foreign ministry last week over xenophobic incidents against Ghanaians. More than three million foreigners live in South Africa, which has an unemployment rate exceeding 30 percent. South Africa's acting police minister has condemned the violence.
Key Points:
- Nigerian citizens and businesses in South Africa face renewed threats and mistreatment.
- Diplomatic pressure mounts as both Nigeria and Ghana summon South African envoys.
- Foreign nationals in South Africa have been advised to remain indoors for safety.
- Over 63 percent of foreigners in South Africa come from SADC countries.
- South African police have been instructed to act decisively against xenophobic violence.
Watch whether Monday's meeting produces concrete protection measures for Nigerians and if diplomatic relations are further strained.
Sources: Channels Television
