President-elect, Major General Muhammadu
Buhari (rtd), has said he is in full support of the
steps taken by the Jonathan government to
protect Nigerians from the wave of xenophobic
attacks in South Africa.

In a statement released in Abuja, yesterday,
Buhari commended Nigeria’s Head of Mission in
Pretoria for the steps he took, advising the
Nigerian business community in South Africa to
close shop, stay indoors and keep out of trouble.
He also asked them to obey the laws of their host
country.

“We equally understand that the South African
government is making efforts to bring an end to
this unfortunate situation,” the president-elect
said. “In the meantime, Nigerians in South Africa
should abide by the words of caution extended
them by their government representative in
Pretoria”. Buhari commended the government for
its decision to evacuate Nigerians at any sign of
escalation.

“I am happy to see that the Nigerian government
is very well aware of its responsibilities to its
citizens in South Africa,” he said.

He, however, expressed sadness over the
unfortunate development that has affected
Nigerians even as he recalled Nigeria and South
Africa’s friendly relations since the end of
apartheid.

Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP,
has condemned the xenophobic attacks on
Nigerians and other foreign nationals in South
Africa, describing the action as provocative and
completely unacceptable.

In a statement, yesterday, by the PDP National
Publicity Secretary, Chief Olisa Metuh, the party
urged the Federal Government to take immediate
action to ensure the safety of lives and property
of Nigerians in South Africa.

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2015/04/madness-in-safrica-we-stand-with-jonathan-government-on-safety-of-nigerians-buhari/

indeed!!

Which Jonathan , d fisher man??

I'm sure he will set up a committee for it as usual


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Baba has spoken. The SA govt should step up their responsibilities. Its not business as usual.