The Federal Government has indicated that it might reconsider the operations of South African-owned businesses in Nigeria if the ongoing xenophobic attacks and harassment of Nigerians in South Africa do not cease.
On Thursday, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, raised this concern while addressing issues related to the treatment of Nigerians in South Africa and the government’s ongoing efforts to assist those wishing to return home.
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She mentioned that Nigeria has continually sought diplomatic resolutions and exercised patience despite numerous incidents involving its citizens. However, she emphasized that the country may have to consider other measures if the situation does not improve.
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The minister noted that over 120 South African companies are currently functioning in Nigeria without experiencing discrimination, harassment, or threats to their operations.
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Odumegwu-Ojukwu mentioned several prominent South African companies with investments in Nigeria, such as MTN, MultiChoice, Stanbic IBTC Holdings, and Protea Hotels. She emphasized that any actions taken by Nigeria would adhere to constitutional and legislative guidelines.
She also pointed out that South African officials had seemingly disregarded a Memorandum of Understanding that was signed with Nigeria in October 2025, which aimed to create an early warning system to help prevent and manage conflicts between citizens of both nations.
The minister voiced her concern about Nigerians, including those married to South Africans and raising their families in the country, who are reportedly being pressured to leave.
