The Federal Government has extended the evacuation screening exercise for Nigerians willing to return home from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) said the deadline has been moved from June 5 to June 10, 2026, to allow more registered citizens complete the process.
“The extension follows requests from affected Nigerians in Gauteng, Western Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal who faced logistical challenges,” the statement read.
Hundreds of Nigerians have reportedly lost properties and businesses in the latest wave of anti-foreigner violence in Johannesburg and Pretoria. The FG had earlier launched a voluntary evacuation portal, with over 1,200 registrations so far.
Returnees will be airlifted in batches, with the first flight expected by mid-June. NiDCOM advised applicants to stay vigilant and avoid non-essential movements in high-risk areas.
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