The Federal Government has announced that the screening exercise for Nigerians in South Africa who registered for evacuation will conclude today, paving the way for final arrangements to bring them back home.
A message by the spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa on a WhatsApp platform, stated that the screening process began on Thursday, 4 June, 2026, and is being conducted jointly by the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation, the South African Police Service, and immigration authorities.
He noted that the exercise is aimed at verifying and clearing Nigerians who have indicated interest in returning to Nigeria following recent concerns and attacks targeting foreign nationals in parts of South Africa.
Ebienfa said that upon completion of the screening, authorities would have a definitive figure of eligible evacuees. The Federal Government will then finalize logistical arrangements, including the deployment of aircraft to transport the affected citizens back to Nigeria.
The government assured Nigerians that further details regarding the evacuation operation would be communicated as soon as they become available.
The development comes amid growing concerns over the safety and welfare of Nigerians residing in South Africa, with many seeking assistance to return home.
Authorities have pledged to keep the public informed as preparations for the evacuation progress.
