The Department of Home Affairs confirms that it has processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation after they were found to be residing in the Republic of South Africa illegally. The first repatriation flight departed yesterday, carrying 268 passengers. A second flight, which will transport the remaining individuals from the group of 586 processed for repatriation, is scheduled to depart on Monday, 15 June 2026.

GUEST: Dr. ABC Okokoh, Nigerian and President of the Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo South Africa