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Nigeria says 130 citizens seek repatriation from South Africa
Filed: May 04, 2026 at 8:03 AM ET
Summary: Nigeria’s foreign minister said at least 130 Nigerians in South Africa asked to be flown home after protests targeting foreigners.
WHO: Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
WHAT: Nigeria sought repatriation for at least 130 Nigerian citizens in South Africa following protests targeting foreigners.
WHEN: May 04, 2026 at 7:34 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: The repatriation request followed protests in South Africa targeting foreigners.
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