The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) and the Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA) have called for immediate humanitarian assistance for Nigerian nationals currently stranded in South Africa amid ongoing evacuation arrangements.
The appeal was contained in a joint statement issued by community leaders and obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday.
According to the statement, the emergency appeal became necessary due to the ongoing evacuation exercise, which has left several vulnerable Nigerians—including women, children, and families—without adequate support.
Many of those affected are reportedly waiting at the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria, where conditions have become increasingly difficult.
The groups urged Nigerians, organisations, and community leaders in South Africa to mobilise urgently in support of those stranded.
They appealed for unity, compassion, and collective responsibility within the Nigerian diaspora community.
“Any form of assistance, no matter how small, can make a meaningful difference in providing relief and restoring hope to those currently affected,” the statement read.
NUSA and NICASA listed essential needs required to support the stranded citizens, including:
- Food and basic supplies
- Temporary shelter and welfare support
- Financial assistance
- Essential items and humanitarian aid
They stressed that any contribution capable of easing hardship would be valuable during the crisis period.
The community leaders emphasized that the situation requires collective empathy and support from all Nigerians, regardless of location or status.
“This is a moment where our shared humanity must rise above individual differences,” the statement added.
“A Nigerian in need anywhere is a responsibility for all of us.
The groups further noted that coordinated support would help preserve the dignity of affected Nigerians while reinforcing solidarity within the diaspora community.
They encouraged individuals, businesses, and organizations capable of contributing to step forward without delay.
