Some stranded Nigerians in South Africa on Monday staged a protest at the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria over delays in their evacuation back home.
The protesters, who had gathered at the commission’s premises, expressed frustration over the prolonged wait for repatriation flights despite earlier assurances from Nigerian authorities.
In videos circulating online, the aggrieved Nigerians were seen chanting and demanding immediate action from government officials handling the evacuation process.
“We no go gree o, we wan go,” the protesters repeatedly chanted as they called for urgent intervention.
The protest comes amid growing concerns over the welfare of many Nigerians still stranded in South Africa following renewed anti-immigration tensions and rising xenophobic fears in parts of the country.
Many of those awaiting evacuation are said to be facing severe hardship. Some reportedly lack stable shelter, while others are struggling with access to food and basic necessities as delays continue.
The Federal Government had earlier commenced efforts
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