Nigerian university students threaten action against South African businesses over xenophobia concerns

Dr. Meshach Nwankwo, President of the National Association of University Students NAUS, has issued a threat to mobilize lawful actions against South African-owned businesses in Nigeria if alleged xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa are not addressed within one week. In a video shared by News Century Television, Nwankwo condemned the repeated attacks and called on the South African government to take decisive action. He stated that NAUS would ensure South African-based businesses in Nigeria are shut down and relocate their headquarters to the South African High Commission in Nigeria to press for comprehensive measures against xenophobia. Nwankwo emphasized that student leaders cannot remain silent and condemned all acts of xenophobia, hate speech, and violence against Africans living lawfully in other African nations, stressing that Africa's strength lies in unity and mutual respect. He urged the South African government to investigate allegations of attacks and hold those responsible accountable, also appealing to the South African High Commission in Nigeria for assurances on the safety of Nigerians. Nwankwo warned that if concerns remain unaddressed within one week, NAUS reserves the right to mobilize peaceful demonstrations and other democratic engagements. This comes amid recurring reports of xenophobic incidents in South Africa affecting Nigerians, with past student protests leading to disruptions at some South African-owned businesses. The video has drawn mix