We Know Where South Africans Are, We Will Take The Fight To Their Territory – Ningi Vows
The Nigerian Senate has issued a stern warning to the South African government over the ongoing xenophobic attacks on Nigerians.
The lawmakers warned that there would be retaliation if action is not taken to stop the attack.
Deliberating on the matter during plenary, the Senator representing Bauchi Central, Abdul Ahmed Ningi, said Nigerians can take the fight to South African territory.
He expressed concern over the manner in which the issue is being handled by the South African government.
The lawmaker said Nigerians have options to end the ugly trend if the South African government fails to curtail it.
“If these things continue, we have alternatives, we have options, and therefore, these words should be sent across South Africa.
“We know where South Africans are, not only in Nigeria but all over Africa, and we can take this fight to their territory,” he said.
Meanwhile, Oshiomhole has urged the Federal Government to take action over attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.
Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, Oshiomhole urged the government to retaliate against South African businesses operating in Nigeria.
Papers News reports that the lawmaker’s statement comes amidst a series of attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.
The former Edo governor urged the government to consider revoking the operating licenses of South African-owned companies such as MTN and DSTV.
He argued that Nigeria must respond firmly to what he described as persistent hostility against its citizens.
“I am not going to shed tears. If you hit me, I hit you. I think it is appropriate in diplomacy. It is an economic struggle,” Oshiomhole said.
He argued that while some South Africans accuse Nigerians of taking their jobs, Nigerians should return home and take over employment opportunities created by major South African companies operating in the country, including MTN and DSTV.
“When we hit back, the President of South Africa will not only talk but will also go on his knees to recognise that Nigeria cannot be intimidated.
“We will not condone any life being lost. If a crime has been committed under South African law, they have the right to bring any such person to justice, but to kill our people as if we are helpless, we will not allow that,” Oshiomhole added.
