Nigeria police to boost security at embassies, foreign businesses
05 September 2019 - 06:17
By Reuters
Image: REUTERS/Afolabi Sotunde Security men are seen at the gate of Jabi Lake mall in Utako, Abuja, Nigeria September 4, 2019.
Nigerian police plan to boost security at embassies and foreign businesses in the country in the wake of violence targeted at South African-owned companies, the police said on Wednesday.
Violence erupted in Nigeria against South African companies in retaliation for attacks on Nigerians and other Africans in South Africa aimed at foreign-owned businesses.
MTN, and Shoprite closed their stores in Nigeria on Wednesday.
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