Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has said the Federal Government will not sever diplomatic relations with South Africa despite renewed tensions over xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians.
Fani-Kayode maintained that diplomatic engagement remains necessary to address the killings, discrimination and threats against Nigerians living in South Africa, while preserving the longstanding relationship between both countries.
He has previously called on South African authorities to protect Nigerians and ensure that those responsible for attacks against them are brought to justice.
His position comes amid growing pressure for stronger action against South Africa following reports of attacks on Nigerian nationals, with Nigeria’s National Assembly also suspending official engagements with the country.
Daily Times
