{"id":101272,"date":"2026-06-16T09:31:40","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T09:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tv.guardian.ng\/?p=101272"},"modified":"2026-10-21T09:47:46","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T09:47:46","slug":"xenophobic-attack-both-governments-must-take-responsibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/xenophobic-attack-both-governments-must-take-responsibility\/","title":{"rendered":"Xenophobic attack: Both governments must take responsibility"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dailymotion-player\"><script src=\"https:\/\/geo.dailymotion.com\/player\/x1ee8e.js\" data-video=\"xafyqyi\"><\/script><\/div><br><br><p>\nAre Nigerians being targeted again in South Africa? This video delves into the alarming xenophobic attacks that have become a recurring crisis. Witness the devastation as thousands of shops are destroyed, with a concerning lack of police presence.<\/p>\n<p>The Nigerian government has stepped in to facilitate the evacuation of its citizens, but is this enough? We explore the shared responsibility of both the Nigerian and South African governments to address this ongoing issue and prevent further violations of human rights.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s time for decisive action and a collaborative effort between nations to ensure the safety and dignity of all Nigerians in South Africa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are Nigerians being targeted again in South Africa? This video delves into the alarming xenophobic attacks that have become a recurring crisis. Witness the devastation as thousands of shops are destroyed, with a concerning lack of police presence. The Nigerian government has stepped in to facilitate the evacuation of its citizens, but is this enough? 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