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Xenophobia: FG postpones evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa by 48 hours

Last updated: June 8, 2026 12:06 pm
10 hours ago Sadiyat Dosumu
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Nigerian Coat-of-Arms

The airlifting of the first batch of Nigerian returnees from South Africa, initially slated for this Monday, June 8, has been rescheduled for Wednesday, June 10.

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs cited “unforeseen logistical considerations” as the reason for the postponement.

No further details were provided on the nature of the logistical issues or the number of returnees in the first batch.

Authorities have not indicated whether the change will affect subsequent flights in the repatriation exercise.

(Editor: Terverr Tyav)

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