Nigerian Chronicles

 Nigerian, South African Lawmakers Clash Over Xenophobia at CPA Conference A diplomatic disagreement erupted between Nigerian and South African lawmakers during the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region Conference in Lilongwe, Malawi, after delegates disagreed over how violence targeting foreign nationals should be described and addressed. The dispute centred on the use of the term “xenophobia” to describe attacks and hostility directed at foreign nationals in South Africa. Nigerian lawmakers argued that violence against people because they are foreigners should be recognised and addressed as xenophobic violence. They maintained that the issue should not be reduced solely to questions surrounding immigration status or border control. South African lawmakers, however, challenged that position, arguing that discussions about violence involving foreign nationals should also take into account issues surrounding undocumented migration, immigration enforcement and co...

Nigerian Woman Raises Concern Over Renewed Tensions in South Africa A Nigerian woman has sparked concern online after alleging that "South Africans have started again," suggesting a fresh wave of tension involving Nigerians living in South Africa. In a video circulating on social media, she urged fellow Nigerians to stay alert and called on authorities to closely monitor the situation. Her remarks have reignited discussions about the safety of foreign nationals in South Africa, particularly following past incidents of xenophobic violence. At the time of publication, there has been no official confirmation from the South African government or law enforcement agencies of any widespread attacks targeting Nigerians. The exact circumstances surrounding the woman's claims also remain unverified. The development has nevertheless generated reactions on social media, with many users expressing concern and calling for calm while awaiting verified information. Authoritie...

VDM Opposes Tyla's Planned Lagos Concert Over Xenophobia Concerns Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has publicly opposed the planned Lagos concert of South African music star Tyla, urging organisers to reconsider the event amid renewed concerns over alleged xenophobic attacks against Nigerians living in South Africa. � Punch Newspapers +1 VDM's remarks come as public outrage continues to grow over reports of attacks targeting Nigerians and other foreign nationals in South Africa. According to him, hosting a South African artiste in Nigeria at a time when many Nigerians are demanding justice and stronger action against xenophobic violence sends the wrong message. The controversy follows the announcement of Tyla's world tour, which includes a scheduled performance in Lagos on December 22, 2026. While many fans welcomed the announcement, others have called for the concert to be postponed or boycotted until concerns su...

Rising Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa Raise Alarm Across Africa Calls for Peace, Justice, and Protection of Foreign Nationals Grow Fresh concerns have emerged over reports of xenophobic attacks in parts of South Africa, with foreign nationals allegedly facing intimidation, assaults, destruction of property, and forced displacement. The incidents have drawn widespread attention across the African continent, prompting renewed calls for stronger protection of migrants and decisive action against those responsible. According to reports from international media and human rights organizations, some foreign-owned businesses have been looted, while migrants from several African countries—including Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Somalia, and Ghana—have reportedly been affected by the unrest. Community leaders and humanitarian groups have expressed concern over the humanitarian impact, warning that fear and insecurity continue to affect many families. The South ...