Femi Fani-Kayode Condemns Xenophobic Attacks on Nigerians

Femi Fani-Kayode expresses deep concern over the ongoing xenophobic violence against Nigerians in South Africa, referencing the deaths of two Nigerians, Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpeyong Andrew, due to xenophobic tensions. He cites the Nigerian Consul in Johannesburg, Ninikanwa Okei, who reported that Emmanuel sustained injuries from being beaten by personnel of the South African National Defence Force on April 20.

Fani-Kayode condemns the brutal treatment of Nigerians, including incidents of humiliation, violence, and discrimination, where Nigerians have faced attacks in various public spaces. He emphasizes the need for the South African government to protect its citizens and uphold the dignity of Nigerians living there.

He calls for unity among African nations to combat such violence and urges the South African government to respect and safeguard the rights of all individuals, particularly Nigerians, who have historically contributed to the nation.