National Assembly suspends official visits to South Africa over xenophobic attacks
The National Assembly has ordered the suspension of all official visits to the Republic of South Africa and the boycott of any South African-hosted legislative activities. This directive remains in effect until further notice.
Kamoru Ogunlana, Clerk to the National Assembly, announced the decision in a statement released to the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Friday. The action was prompted by ongoing reports of xenophobic attacks, violence, and other forms of hostility toward Nigerians and other Africans in South Africa.
Ogunlana emphasized that the decision underscores the National Assembly’s deep concern for the safety, dignity, and welfare of Nigerian citizens abroad.
“The National Assembly calls on the Government of the Republic of South Africa to take urgent and concrete measures to protect Nigerians and other African nationals and prevent further attacks,” he stated.
Additionally, the National Assembly leadership urged South African authorities to thoroughly investigate reported incidents, apprehend suspected offenders, and prosecute those responsible in accordance with the law.
The suspension and boycott will remain in place until further notice and will be evaluated by the National Assembly’s leadership as circumstances evolve.
