- Xenophobia: Repatriated Nigerians Expected in Lagos Thursday
- The flight is expected to land in Lagos at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Thursday
- Authorities are expected to receive the returnees upon arrival and provide necessary support
The first batch of Nigerians being repatriated from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks is expected to arrive at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Thursday morning.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the development was confirmed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
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According to the ministry, the returnees will be flown back to Nigeria aboard an Air Peace aircraft scheduled to depart O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg on Wednesday night.
The flight is expected to land in Lagos at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Thursday.
The repatriation exercise comes amid growing concerns over attacks on foreign nationals in parts of South Africa, which have prompted Nigerian authorities to facilitate the voluntary return of affected citizens.
The Federal Government had earlier assured Nigerians residing in South Africa of its commitment to protecting their welfare and safety while engaging relevant authorities to address the situation.
Authorities are expected to receive the returnees upon arrival and provide necessary support as part of the evacuation process.
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