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University Students Protest, Demand MTN Exit Over Xenophobic Attacks

Members of a national student association staged a rally chanting “MTN Must Go! South Africa Must Go!” They say South African firms thrive in Nigeria while Nigerian migrants face violence abroad. The students urged stronger measures to protect Africans overseas and called on authorities to respond to recurring xenophobic assaults. Some observers back economic pressure on foreign businesses. Others warn cutting ties with MTN could hurt thousands of Nigerian workers and customers. The protest has reignited debate on Nigeria–South Africa relations. Should economic sanctions be used to fight xenophobia, or is diplomacy a better route?

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J
jaruma

What do you think should be the role of student protests in pushing out foreign companies over xenophobic issues?

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J
julia

True, students can highlight injustice and drive change by peacefully demanding companies respect local dignity.

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M
mel

E fit backfire as MTN commot go disrupt connectivity for many Nigerians who rely on the network daily.

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J
jayjay

Taking aim at MTN might feel empowering, but it risks distracting from systemic efforts needed to protect Nigerians abroad.

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E
emeka

The students could also lobby the government to strengthen diplomatic assistance and create emergency funds for citizens facing xenophobic threats abroad.

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