Nigeria has announced the evacuation of its citizens from South Africa following a wave of xenophobic violence and looting targeting foreign-owned businesses. The Nigerian government’s decision comes after several days of unrest in cities such as Johannesburg, which resulted in multiple fatalities and significant property damage. In response to the attacks, Nigeria has also recalled its high commissioner and boycotted a major regional economic summit. Private airline Air Peace has volunteered to provide free transportation for hundreds of Nigerians wishing to return home from South Africa.
- The Nigerian government is facilitating the voluntary evacuation of over 600 citizens from South Africa.
- The evacuation follows targeted attacks and the looting of shops owned by foreign nationals in Johannesburg and surrounding areas.
- Nigerian airline Air Peace is providing free flights to transport citizens back to Lagos.
- Diplomatic tensions have risen, leading Nigeria to recall its high commissioner to South Africa.
- Nigeria has boycotted the World Economic Forum on Africa held in Cape Town as a form of protest against the violence.
- South African authorities have condemned the violence and confirmed that hundreds of people have been arrested in connection with the unrest.
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