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Nigeria Evacuates More Citizens Amidst South African Xenophobia

Another 66 Nigerians have been repatriated from South Africa, marking the second wave of evacuations following xenophobic attacks. This federal government initiative, approved by President Tinubu, underscores ongoing efforts to protect Nigerian citizens abroad. The returnees arrived in Lagos, with ValueJet facilitating their journey.

InformationNG·June 26, 2026AI-curated

The federal government has repatriated another 66 Nigerians from South Africa as part of ongoing efforts to assist citizens affected by recent xenophobic attacks in the country. The returnees, who formed the second batch of evacuees, arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International

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