Nigeria suspends official visits to South Africa over anti-migrant violence
- Posted on September 11, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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Nigeria has officially suspended diplomatic visits to South Africa in response to escalating xenophobic violence targeting Nigerian citizens and other foreign nationals. This diplomatic measure reflects growing tensions between the two African nations over inadequate protection of migrants and persistent attacks on immigrant communities. The suspension marks a significant escalation in interstate relations and underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures and regional cooperation to address anti-migrant sentiments.
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