Xenophobia: Nigerians Warned to Avoid Banter During Nigeria-South Africa AFCON Clash

By Kabir Akintayo

The High Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to South African on Tuesday, warned Nigerians living in the country to avoid using derogatory words before, during and after the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) match between the two sides.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be playing against the BAFANA BAFANA of South Africa in a semi-final match at the ongoing AFCON, in Côte d’Ivoire on Wednesday.

Nigerians are known to always took to social media to banter countries defeated by Super Eagles and sometimes invaded the opposition’s X space to make mockery.

Adding that most of the comments consist of veiled threats against “Nigerians cooking jollof rice” before the match, and “showing pepper to Nigerians if the Bafana Bafana lose to the Super Eagles”, among others.

“In this regard, the High Commission hereby advises the Nigerian community to be watchful of their utterances, be mindful of where they choose to watch the match especially in public places, and refrain from engaging in loud, riotous or provocative celebrations should the Super Eagles win the match.

“Additionally, Nigerians should maintain the good conduct they are known for, and be law abiding before, during and after the match. Should any provocations arise, they should not be reciprocated but reported to the appropriate authorities,” the Commission said.