Xenophobic attack on Nigerians is an embarrassment to Africa - Buhari
- Nigerians in the diaspora have been advised to be good ambassadors
- The advice was given on Friday, October 4, in South Africa by President Muhammadu Buhari
- Buhari described attacks on Nigerians as as embarrassment to Africa
President Muhammadu Buhari is currently meeting Nigerians living in South Africa over incessant xenophobic attacks on them and their property.
Legit.ng reports that in a thread of tweets by the presidency on Friday, October 4, the president described the attacks as an embarrassment, adding that it was uncalled for.
He said he always set aside time to meet with country men and women in diaspora in a town hall setting whenever he is out of the country.
"As you are aware, in all my engagements outside Nigeria, I have always set aside time to meet with our country men and women in Diaspora in a town hall setting like this," he said.
Buhari also noted that his message has always been in three folds to Nigerians in the diaspora, adding that he is happy to see Nigerians excel abroad.
"First, you are our ambassadors and the face of our country to the world wherever you are. The world is therefore, watching you and would make judgments on Nigeria based on your comportment and actions. Second, in whatever legitimate engagement you find yourself, you must strive to excel and be the best.
"Third, while you are out in the Diaspora, do not forget home. You represent some of the best human asset that Nigeria has. With your education and exposure to the world, you are at the cutting edge of technology. I, therefore, urge you to use your resources, skills and talents to help the development of Nigeria," he said.
He noted that his government has established the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission to help guide the citizens in actualising their willing contributions to the development of the country.
"The recent acts of xenophobic attacks on our compatriots and other Africans in South Africa are shocking to me, Nigerians and indeed Africa. It was an embarrassment to the continent."
The president condoled with the families of all those who lost their lives over the years in such tragic incidents.
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Meanwhile, Legit.ng had previously reported that Buhari appealed to President Cyril Ramaphosa to ensure the safety of all Nigerians living in South Africa.
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