Monday, November 18

Xenophobic Attacks: Buhari Despatches Special Envoy to S’Africa

By Seun Adams
 
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday noted with deep concern, reported attacks on Nigerian citizens and property in South Africa since August 29.
 
The President, has also instructed the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama, to summon the South African High Commissioner to Nigeria to get a brief on the situation.
 
The president  expressed Nigeria’s displeasure over the treatment of her citizens; and assurance of the safety of their lives and property.
 
Buhari has also despatched a Special envoy to convey to President Cyril Ramaphosa, his concerns and also interact with his South African counterpart on the situation.
 
The Special Envoy is expected to arrive in Pretoria latest Thursday, September 5.
 
 

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