Nigerian Students Target SA Businesses

Nigerian Students Target SA Businesses

Nigerian students have begun mobilising to picket South African-owned businesses across the country in protest against renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.

The planned action, driven by student groups and activists, is aimed at drawing attention to the safety concerns faced by Nigerians living and working in the country.

Organisers say the protest will focus on major South African businesses operating in Nigeria, including telecom and entertainment firms.

Among those likely to be affected are MTN Group and MultiChoice Group, which run widely used services in Nigeria.

Students argue that economic pressure is necessary to push for stronger protection of Nigerians abroad.

The move comes amid rising anger over repeated attacks, harassment and killings of foreign nationals in South Africa, with Nigerians often among the victims.

Protesters say previous diplomatic responses have failed to stop the violence.

Student leaders say the demonstrations will remain peaceful but firm, calling on the Federal Government to take decisive action and engage South African authorities more strongly.