Sen. Oshiomhole condemns killing of Nigerians in South Africa, calls for shutdown of DSTV and MTN  

Senator Adams Oshiomhole, the former governor of Edo State, has provoked strong reactions after advocating for Nigeria to take decisive economic measures against South African companies due to the mistreatment of Nigerians abroad.

Speaking in the Senate, he called for the shutdown of businesses like DStv, accusing them of exploiting Nigerians while repatriating millions of dollars.

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Oshiomhole emphasized that the issue requires concrete action rather than emotional responses, stating, “We didn’t come here to shed tears. If you hit me, I hit you. I think it is appropriate in diplomacy.”

He described the situation as an “economic struggle,” suggesting that if Nigerians are said to be taking jobs in South Africa, they should reclaim job opportunities from foreign corporations like MTN and DStv.

He pointed out that South Africans claim Nigerians are taking their jobs, urging Nigerians to return home and take over positions in companies like MTN and DStv.

Oshiomhole argued that a stronger response would compel South African leaders to recognize the mistreatment of Nigerians, asserting that retaliation would be necessary.

While he underscored the importance of following legal processes and addressing crimes through the law rather than violence, he condemned the killing of Nigerians, asserting that they are not powerless.

“If a crime has been committed, there is a right to bring the offender to justice. But killing our people as if we are helpless is unacceptable,” he remarked.