Nigeria says two nationals killed in South Africa amid rise of anti-migrant attacks

Nigeria's foreign ministry said the incidents came amid a rise in anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa, which has led to roughly 25,000 citizens from other African countries being repatriated by their nations, including some 700 Nigerians.

Police said protests across the country on Tuesday were peacefulNigeria's foreign ministry also accused protest groups in South Africa, including March on March and Operation Dudula, of inciting violence and hatred against other Africans.

Some anti-migrant groups in South Africa had given undocumented foreigners a deadline of 30 June to leave the country.