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Henjor48:You mean this same Ghana?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fqzpr1PgX4?si=CuWGhUxJ-3hULWMF During high-level talks held in Abuja recently, International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola raised concerns with the Nigerian government over the alleged installation of an unrecognised "Igbo King" in the Eastern Cape, as well as the alleged involvement of some Nigerian nationals in organised crime and the occupation of hijacked buildings. Lamola raised the issues during his diplomatic visit to Nigeria, which came amid recent tensions between the two countries, particularly over immigration. Nigeria has strongly condemned anti-immigrant violence in South Africa, urging authorities to stop xenophobic attacks and protect lawfully resident foreign nationals. Lamola, serving as Special Envoy, led the South African delegation during talks in Abuja. Department of International Relations and Cooperation spokesman Chrispin Phiri said Lamola delivered an official message from President Cyril Ramaphosa to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He said Tinubu designated a high-level Nigerian government delegation to engage in structured talks with the South African delegation led by the Special Envoy. Phiri said the discussions were candid, constructive and forward-looking, focusing on restoring mutual goodwill and strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. Lamola outlined three specific areas of concern that have heightened recent tensions between South Africa and Nigeria. These included the purported installation of an unrecognised traditional ruler, titled an "Igbo King", in the Eastern Cape in March 2026, which caused widespread public concern across South Africa. In mid-March, videos and photos showing a group of people dressed in traditional Igbo attire appointing Chief Solomon Ogbonna Eziko as the 'Igwe Ndigbo' (Igbo king) of KuGompo went viral on social media. KuGompo was later hit by violent unrest following protests against the alleged installation of the Nigerian king. However, both South African and Nigerian authorities have confirmed that the king is not a recognised sovereign leader. "Minister Lamola emphasised that this occurred while South Africa is actively consolidating the constitutional role of traditional leadership in a post-apartheid society." Lamola also raised concerns about the involvement of certain foreign nationals, including Nigerian citizens, in organised crime, illicit drug trafficking and financial fraud. "The Special Envoy noted that as of July 7, 2026, more than 500 Nigerian nationals had been processed through the South African criminal justice system for various offences, highlighting the need for enhanced cross-border security cooperation." Lamola also addressed instances in which law enforcement officers faced violent resistance or obstruction during criminal investigations. Specific concern was raised over hijacked residential and commercial properties in urban centres such as Hillbrow in Johannesburg and Sunnyside in Pretoria, where unlawful enclaves have compromised public safety for local residents and foreign nationals alike. NEGATIVE PERCEPTIONS OF NIGERIANS "Regrettably, these incidents have fueled negative perceptions surrounding Nigerian nationals living in South Africa over the years." "Addressing these challenges firmly, fairly, and within the bounds of the law is vital for the well-being of both our nations," said Lamola. According to Phiri, both delegations also reviewed feedback regarding the processing and arrest of more than 500 Nigerian nationals in South Africa. “Minister Lamola clarified that these law enforcement measures are evidence-based, targeting individual criminal conduct rather than profiling the broader, law-abiding Nigerian diaspora." Phiri said the Nigerian delegation acknowledged the need to hold lawbreakers accountable while emphasising the importance of guaranteeing constitutional due process, fair trial standards and humane treatment for all detainees. Both delegations also agreed on the urgent need to de-escalate inflammatory rhetoric in public discourse and prevent hostile actions. Phiri said Lamola emphasised that the South African government unequivocally condemns all forms of xenophobia, racism, discrimination and related intolerance. "While crime and lawlessness will be met with the full force of the law, public frustration or criminal activity can never be used to justify vigilante violence, intimidation, or attacks against foreign nationals." “Law enforcement remains the exclusive prerogative of the state," Lamola said. "While South Africa will not tolerate criminal activity by any individual regardless of nationality, we equally will not permit vigilante action or xenophobic violence against foreign nationals residing in our country. To this end arrests have taken place and relevant investigations are still underway." Lamola reiterated that shared migration and public safety challenges are best resolved through formal diplomatic channels, institutional security partnerships and strict adherence to constitutional rights. "The two governments reaffirmed that bilateral diplomacy and Pan-African solidarity remain the essential frameworks to ensure peaceful coexistence, safeguard human rights, and deepen historical ties between South Africa and Nigeria."
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Ramaphosa urges Pan African Parliament members to have frank discussions on migration as institution reconvenes in South Africa. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_94JD-xXDw?si=4RNZgK0H4vkDRA5z
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Ronald Lamola, SA Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Yesterday, I met with His Excellency President Mahama of Ghana as a Special Envoy on behalf of President Ramaphosa in Accra. We engaged in an open dialogue on key issues impacting both our nations. We underscored our position against all forms of intolerance, we categorically reject xenophobia, racism, homophobia, and violence in all forms, and remain steadfast in upholding the rule of law. We remain fully aligned with the objectives of the African Union, we advocate for safe, regular and orderly migration across the continent. To this end the push and pull factors on irregular migration must be addressed. South Africa reiterates its commitment to constructive engagement and partnership, and stands ready to work alongside all stakeholders to build sustainable solutions to shared migration challenges. Full interview on Ghana trip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTmCPfXwzqY?si=u1HqCkw2vAN7QCV8
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Gotocourt:Now that Ghana has laid a case against SA at ICC you people and this platform should be warned against misinformation. Keep on! It is what will make you lose your case against SA. I'M BOYCOTTING THIS PLATFORM UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Let's tag Clayson and Chrispin on all fake news making frontpage. Chrispin Phiri - DIRCO Spokesperson - https://x.com/Chrispin_JPhiri?lang=en Clayson Monyela - Head of Public Diplomacyhttps://x.com/ClaysonMonyela?lang=en |
Tag these officials... Chrispin Phiri - DIRCO Spokesperson - https://x.com/Chrispin_JPhiri?lang=en Clayson Monyela - Head of Public Diplomacyhttps://x.com/ClaysonMonyela?lang=en |
IronGalaxy:https://x.com/ClaysonMonyela?lang=en https://x.com/Chrispin_JPhiri?lang=en Always tag Clayson Monyela Or Chrispin Phiri. DIRCO |
Couch! 🤧🤧🤧 South Africa's Tyla performed twice in different cities. We're SA leads, Nigeria follows 🇿🇦🏆
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Jakarta:How you gonna explain why all your people are scattered all over due to hunger? Bring on the AU, we're ready for you. North Africa and other attractive African countries will side with SA coz they're tired of your japa and criminality. |
Nairaland broke news today on frontpage that 2 Ghanaians have opened a case against South Africa for what they call continued 'xenophobic violence'. No South African or reputable international outlet is reporting this yet (a report originating from Ghana 3 days ago) and thus follows a pattern of what the SA government has described as an misinformation campaign from Ghana and Nigeria in particular, to tarnish the SA image. As South Africans we've noticed a proliferation of unverified fake news describing violence in SA against African migrants in particular as well as intentional misinformation including videos from previous incidents or from outside the continent meant to generate anger and retaliation. There is also a proliferation of fake news related to jobs and alleging South Africans are pleading for migrants to return. These are disputed accounts and often sourced from scorned migrants and never from SA employers. As per the March and March protest mandate we'll be tagging all misinformation to our department of international relations so as to assist in formulating a response both at the AU and ICC.
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seppuku:I'm requesting the attention of SA team that will fight the ICC case against Ghana - if it's true through department of international relations. To quote all questionable Nairaland frontpage news on 'xenophobia'. It's clear the lines have been drawn.
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I wonder if ICC takes submissions based on fake news because apparently a couple of Ghanaian puppets controlled by Israel have laid a case against South Africa for 'xenophobic violence '. Just a reminder, SA's case against Israel for genocide in Gaza was based on facts and ICJ has since put Israel on notice. Facts, not misinformation - so the two countries in West Africa spearheading the smear campaign against SA will have egg on their faces. Please read article below, it can't be copied from the website.... https://www.sowetan.co.za/sport/2026-07-20-congolese-boxer-katompa-died-from-fire-not-xenophobic-violence-says-manager-kupula/
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Unfortunately for them you can't go to the ICC with fake news 🗑️🚮 Most of the accounts on xenophobia are misinformation, Ghana will have raw egg on their faces after this. SA won it's case against Israel based on facts and has won the preliminary rounds. |
Emeskhalifa:All South Africans are on the same page - black, white, ANC or DA, educated or uneducated. SA is known globally for high crime and unemployment rates - something has to change. The country needs serious change, we don't care what you say. |
Major7:That's great news - we need people who can think, clearly you don't fit into that category. A person is set on fire and no serious outlet is reporting it, but you can't do the maths that it's fake news? 🇳🇬🗑️🚮 |
Major7:No other serious African media house is reporting it. |
helinues:So, I see you're not disputing that this Congolese boxer story is fake news on Nairaland? This is how you know a story is fake: 1. No credible news outlet is carrying the story 2. Video of charred body is a close up, no identifying pictures of location 3. Everyone is an official but speaking french, South Africa is English speaking nlfpmod mynd44
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helinues:Can you read, up to 200K Ethiopians are in SA. I've officially laid a complaint against that Congolese boxer thread. Don't fall for fake news.
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helinues:I don't care how many Ethiopian refugees are in Kenya - read the UN refugee act, if fleeing conflict you should run to neighbouring countries, not South Africa. |
Fantastic001:nlfpmod mynd44 there's no credible news outlet in SA or global carrying this story - just unknown fake news sites. Was proper due diligence and fact checking done here? Doesn't make sense that there's so many french speaking officials on the site in South Africa. Crime scenes are cordoned off by official South African police and forensics - English speaking. That video of the body is a closeup and probably from DRC. Very dodgy report.
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helinues:Even when drunk I still make more sense than you and average Nigerians... Ethiopia should first explain why they're at war with themselves and affecting other countries with their refugees. It's not a human right to be in SA.
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helinues:Happy? https://www.nairaland.com/8711305/100k-zimbabweans-17-liberians-leave
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helinues:Correction - 500K Nigerians alone. 5 million undocumented migrants 💅🏾💅🏾💅🏾 No country can tolerate that, not even the US with all its wealth. Documented foreign nationals, students and tourists are obviously very welcome in SA🇿🇦🏆 - I see Nwabali is returning despite the genocidal propaganda in West Africa. |
helinues:Fraud and drug dealing is so high it actually feels like 5 million 🤧
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helinues:Only 1500 out of a possible 500,000🫤 Many jobs still at risk, not to mention the crime rate. 💅🏾💅🏾💅🏾 |
Nigeria said it has completed the evacuation of its citizens from South Africa this week, airlifting nearly 1,500 people as anti-illegal immigration groups piled pressure on undocumented foreigners to leave the country.https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/07/nigeria-ends-evacuation-of-nearly-1500-citizens-from-south-africa/
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mikeapollo:Go ask the Lebanese, Indians, whites if they were open on June 30. Everything was shutdown. Ask your local drug Nigerian dealer for verification. |
mikeapollo:South Africans are using their brains, there have been protests before with lots dozens of deaths. This time around what's the death toll? You'll tell me. Also, these have been the biggest marches ever, but relatively peacefully - even June 30. |
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educatedfool:Unfortunately not. The criminals will be the last to leave. |
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