Reps Urge FG to Intensify Diplomatic Action Over Xenophobic Attacks on Nigerians in South Africa
Juliet Akoje in Abuja
The House of Representatives on Thursday urged the federal government to step up diplomatic engagement with the South African government to safeguard the lives of Nigerians living in that country following the reported killing of two Nigerian citizens amid a fresh wave of xenophobic attacks.
The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by Chairman of House Committee on Navy, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, who raised concerns over the increasing incidents of xenophobic violence, extrajudicial killings, and the alleged persecution of Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa.
Moving the motion, Gagdi said the reported deaths of two Nigerians, including one who allegedly died while in the custody of the South African police, highlighted the urgent need for the Nigerian government to take decisive steps to ensure the safety and protection of its citizens abroad.
