THE HOUSE of Representatives on Tuesday unanimously condemned the xenophobic attacks on Nigerians by the South Africans.
This resolution was taken following a motion under matters of urgent national importance by Rep. Donald Ojogo, representing
Ilaje/Ese-Odo Federal Constituency, Ondo State.
Ojogo called for the review in bilateral relations with South Africa following the recent attacks against Nigerians living in the country.
The Deputy speaker, Benjamin Kalu, who presided over the plenary also expressed disapproval on the recurring incidence.
The lawmakers, who described the situation as shameful, unanimously agreed on the need to review the bilateral ties.
The house also called for review of tax incentives being enjoyed by South African firms in Nigeria.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Xenophobia in South Africa is a persistent issue, with a new wave of violence against foreign nationals emerging in April, targeting African migrants in Western Cape.
The attacks involved looting, property damage, and forced business closures, driven by high unemployment and blamed on “political entrepreneurs” and anti-immigrant groups. (NAN)
