Nigeria Pulls 1,695 From South Africa | Nigeria News

Nigeria’s swift evacuation of 1,695 citizens from South Africa underscores rising security fears as anti-immigrant groups issue violent threats against foreigners. The government flew 1,490 via five charter flights and assisted 205 through private efforts — though some who signed up didn’t leave. Many returning Nigerians held property or had expired residency permits, adding complexity to the repatriation. Amid escalating tensions, high-level diplomatic ties remain intact, with the Redeemed Christian Church of God pledging to sponsor another 500 evacuees — and the ambassador urging other groups to step in. Both nations agree on prosecuting attackers and preventing future violence, but a long-delayed early-warning system to preempt threats remains unimplemented. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5ee3d4d4831c42f4