269 Nigerians returned from South Africa on a flight that arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. The evacuation is part of a government initiative to ensure the safety of Nigerians abroad, with a total of 593 expected by June 30.
More Nigerians returned from South Africa as part of a federal evacuation program amid rising concerns over anti-immigrant protests. The third batch of 271 evacuees arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, following previous flights that brought back 258 and 66 citizens
The third batch of evacuated Nigerians from South Africa arrived in Lagos, with 271 returnees landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This follows a nationwide call for the departure of undocumented migrants, acknowledged by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
More Nigerians are returning from South Africa due to rising xenophobic threats. A recent flight brought 269 Nigerians back, with a total of 593 repatriated. The Nigerian government is facilitating voluntary evacuations amid concerns for undocumented migrants.
