The Nigerian community in South
Africa said on Monday, February 20, that some expatriates were receiving calls
threatening more attacks against their homes and businesses.
Some South Africans had launched
attacks against Nigerians and other foreign nationals in Pretoria West on
Saturday, February 18. No fewer than five homes and businesses belonging to
Nigerians were burned by a mob.
Mr Ikechukwu Anyene, President,
Nigeria Union, South Africa, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that some
Nigerians received calls asking for payment to protect their homes and
businesses.
“Some Nigerians and other foreign
nationals in Pretoria West now live in fear. Some have started packing their
belongings for fear of more attacks.
“They confirmed to the union that
some South Africans were calling and threatening to unleash more mayhem against
them. “The callers asked for money to be
spared the attacks. “The union is worried about the
development because the South African police are yet to arrest those who perpetrated last
Saturday`s attacks,” he said.
According to Anyene, the union has
pleaded with Nigerians to take precautionary measures and remain law abiding. “We also urge the Federal Government
to persuade its South African counterpart to
put in place measures to guarantee the safety of Nigerians,” he said.
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