Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
BBC News·June 11, 2026

Nigeria has begun evacuating its citizens from South Africa due to rising anti-migrant sentiment. The move follows reports of xenophobic attacks, prompting the Nigerian government to take action to ensure the safety of its nationals. Several other African states have also repatriated their citizens from South Africa in recent times due to similar concerns. The evacuations highlight the growing tensions and violence targeting migrant communities in the country.
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