Nigeria’s parliament has decided to suspend all official interactions with South Africa indefinitely, citing concerns over recent anti-immigrant violence. The move comes after reports of Nigerians being killed, injured, displaced, and forced to leave behind their businesses, investments, and homes due to violent attacks in South Africa. These incidents have led to thousands of migrants leaving the country and have also sparked diplomatic tensions among other African nations. South Africa has historically drawn migrants from across the continent, including many from Nigeria, due to its relatively stronger economy and better job opportunities. However, foreign nationals, including Nigerians, have often faced xenophobic violence—prejudice and hostility directed toward people from other countries. Protesters in South Africa often claim that foreigners contribute to high unemployment, crime, and strain on public services, which fuels these attacks. In June, two Nigerians were killed during a wave of anti-migrant violence in South Africa, just two days before an unofficial deadline set by protesters for foreigners to leave the country. Nigeria’s foreign ministry said one of the victims was allegedly killed by police officers, while the other was attacked by unidentified individuals. The incident has further strained relations between the two countries. According to South Africa’s government, nearly 90,000 people have either left voluntarily or been deported since the migration tensions began. However, the governments of the countries where these migrants are from, including Nigeria, estimate the number to be around 178,000. This discrepancy highlights the complexity of tracking migration flows and the broader impact of the unrest on affected communities.