In photos: Hundreds board voluntary repatriation flight to Nigeria (opens original article in a new tab)

Hundreds of Nigerian nationals in South Africa boarded a voluntary repatriation flight to Nigeria following anti-immigrant protests and violence. The flight, organized by the Nigerian government, included individuals facing safety concerns, immigration issues, and economic hardship.

• About 270 Nigerian citizens boarded a charter flight from Johannesburg to Lagos.
• The repatriation followed anti-immigrant protests and violence in South Africa.
• Many left due to safety concerns, immigration irregularities, and economic difficulties.