The Digest:
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has called on the Federal Government to retaliate against South African businesses operating in Nigeria following recent attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, Oshiomhole said the government should consider revoking the working licenses of South African-owned companies such as MTN and DSTV. "If you hit me, I hit you. I think it is appropriate in diplomacy. It is an economic struggle," he said. He argued that Nigerians should return home and take over jobs from major South African companies operating in the country. Several Nigerians have reportedly been attacked in ongoing xenophobic violence.
Key Points:
- Oshiomhole calls for economic retaliation against South African companies in Nigeria.
- MTN and DSTV could have their operating licenses revoked.
- He argues that Nigeria must respond firmly to persistent hostility.
- The senator insists that South Africa will not take Nigeria for granted.
- Several Nigerians have been killed or had businesses destroyed in the attacks.
Sources: Daily Post, Punch
