Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrive in Lagos
271 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrived in Lagos on June 30, 2026, under a voluntary repatriation program.
June 30, 2026
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Another batch of 271 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrived in Lagos on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, under the Federal Government’s voluntary repatriation programme. The Air Peace flight landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport shortly before 11 a.m.
The evacuees were received by officials from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), and other government agencies. The repatriation is part of ongoing efforts to assist Nigerians willing to return home due to xenophobic attacks and other challenges in South Africa.
According to NiDCOM, the evacuees include men, women, and children, and they will undergo profiling and receive support for reintegration. The government has facilitated multiple such evacuations since 2019.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many Nigerians have been evacuated from South Africa so far?
Since 2019, the Nigerian government has evacuated thousands of Nigerians from South Africa, with this batch of 271 bringing the total to over 1,000 in recent years.
Why are Nigerians being evacuated from South Africa?
The evacuations are due to xenophobic attacks and other security challenges faced by Nigerians in South Africa, as well as voluntary repatriation requests.
What support do evacuees receive upon arrival in Nigeria?
Evacuees are profiled by NEMA and NiDCOM, and receive reintegration support including temporary shelter, counseling, and skills training.
