Nigeria Raises Alarm Over Fresh Killings of Citizens in South Africa
Nigeria has raised fresh concerns over the safety of its citizens in South Africa following the reported deaths of two Nigerian nationals amid renewed tensions surrounding anti-migrant violence. The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the deaths of Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle and James Uchechukwu Nwankwo in separate incidents in South Africa. Fakunle was reportedly killed at his residence in Kensington, Johannesburg, on September 4, while Nwankwo died in Cape Town on September 5 following what Nigerian authorities described as alleged “gruesome interrogation techniques” by South African police officers. The latest incidents have intensified concerns in Nigeria over the treatment and protection of Nigerians living, working and conducting businesses in South Africa. Nigerian officials have called for thorough investigations into the circumstances surrounding the deaths and for anyone found responsible to face justice. The situation comes against the background...