Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa for a meeting scheduled to take place at the ministry on Monday, May 4, 2026.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday.
The minister noted that the meeting was scheduled to formally convey Nigeria’s concern on recent events that have the potential to impact the cordial relations between Nigeria and South Africa.
Tinubu reschedules departure for three-nation trip to Sunday
She said the meeting would primarily focus on the ongoing demonstrations by various groups within South Africa, documented instances of mistreatment of Nigerian citizens and attacks on their businesses.
Odumegwu-Ojukwu stated: “The ministry is aware of the growing discontent among Nigerians concerning the treatment of their nationals in South Africa.
“Nevertheless, the ministry implores the Nigerian public to remain calm and reiterates the federal government’s commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of Nigerian citizens residing in South Africa.”
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast haziness and thunderstorms across the country from Sunday…
The number of Nigerian refugees returning home under a voluntary repatriation programme has more than…
Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said no final decision has been taken…
President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled the commencement of his three-nation trip to Sunday, May 3,…
Clerics under the Ecumenical Synods of Bishops, Archbishops, Apostles and Senior Clergy have disagreed with…
Ipswich Town have been promoted to the Premier League after a 3-0 win over QPR.…
This website uses cookies.