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Insecurity: Reconsider Traveling To Australia -Nigerian Govt Warns Citizens
- Says the warning became imperative due to reported cases of discrimination, harassment and verbal abuse targeted at foreigners.
- Says incidents of Islamophobia and antisemitism have occurred recently in certain areas
- Advises Nigerians to be mindful of the prevailing cultural and social dynamics
The Federal Government, through its foreign ministry, has warned Nigerians planning to travel to Australia to be wary of the prevailing security situation in some cities of the country.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was contained in a statement by the Acting Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, on Tuesday in Abuja.
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The statement said the warning became imperative due to reported cases of discrimination, harassment and verbal abuse targeted at foreigners.
According to the statement, while Australia is generally known for its multiculturalism and tolerance, incidents of Islamophobia and antisemitism have occurred recently in certain areas.
It said that in early December 2024, a disturbing incident occurred in the Sydney suburb of Woollahra, where a car was set ablaze and anti-Israel graffiti was sprayed on nearby buildings.
It added that the event was part of a broader increase in both antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents in Australia, coinciding with international conflicts and tensions.
The statement, therefore, advised Nigerians to be mindful of the prevailing cultural and social dynamics to ensure their safety and comfort, recommending extra vigilance and necessary precautions.
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“Nigerian travellers and residents of Australia who experience or witness any form of racist attack or harassment should contact the High Commission of Nigeria at 26 Guilfoyle St, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Canberra, Australia,” the statement added.
This is coming shortly after the Australian government on Tuesday called on its citizens to reconsider the need to take a trip to Nigeria.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Islamophobia is a form of hatred, fear, or prejudice towards Muslims or the religion of Islam.
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