MTN Nigeria has condemned xenophobic attacks on Nigerians resident in South Africa.
In a statement on Tuesday, the telecommunications giant said it condemned ‘hate, prejudice and xenophobia’ and all forms of violence.
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The attacks on foreigners in South Africa began last week after a taxi driver was murdered by an alleged drug dealer in Pretoria.
Speculations that the alleged killer was a Nigerian sparked protest, looting and burning of business centres owned by foreigners.
Three Nigerians were said to have been killed in the process with scores injured.
MTN Nigeria said it stands for bringing people together.
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“We seek to connect people, bring people together and provide a platform for everyone’s voice to be heard. We are against all forms of bigotry and discrimination; they should have no place in society.
“Everyone has the right to a world where their rights and freedoms are respected — the right to live and earn a living, freely, safely and protected by the law,” the company said.
