National Telescope national telescope newspaper
If the Super Eagles defeat Bafana Bafana, Nigerians in South Africa have been cautioned not to throw large celebrations.
In the ongoing 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria and South Africa will face off on Wednesday for a spot in the championship match.
However, the Nigerian High Commission in South Africa has forewarned Nigerian nationals residing in the Nelson Mandela nation.
In a warning, the high commission stated: “The Nigeria High Commission Pretoria has been made aware of potentially inciting remarks made on the internet by some South African citizens against Nigerians residing in the host nation, which were heavily impacted by the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match between the Super Eagles and the Bafana Bafana on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
“Most of the comments consist of veiled threats against ‘Nigerians cooking jollof rice’ before the match and’showing pepper to Nigerians if the Bafana Bafana lose to the Super Eagles’, among others.
“In this regard, the High Commission hereby advises the Nigerian community to be watchful of their utterances, be mindful of where they choose to watch the match, especially in public places, and refrain from engaging in loud, riotous, or provocative celebrations should the Super Eagles win the match.
“Additionally, Nigerians should maintain the good conduct they are known for and be law-abiding before, during, and after the match. Should any provocations arise, they should not be reciprocated but reported to the appropriate authorities.”
