Ahead of the highly anticipated AFCON semi-final between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, the Nigeria High Commission has issued a safety advisory to Nigerian residents in South Africa.
The communique released on Tuesday, January 6, stressed the need for caution and vigilance among Nigerians, particularly in light of potential tensions surrounding the match outcome.
The Commission implored Nigerians to avoid “provocative celebrations” that might incite any form of violence should Nigeria win the encounter.
It said; ”We urge the Nigerian community to be watchful of their utterances and mindful of where they choose to watch the match, especially in public places.
“In light of any provocation, the High Commission advised against any form of reciprocation but as law-abiding members of the society, acts of violence should be reported to the proper authorities.”
Last Friday, Ademola Lookman’s first-half goal helped the Super Eagles to book a semi-final berth at the AFCON after a 1-0 win over Angola in the last eight.
The 26-year-old striker finished off a flying run down the left by winger Moses Simon, who skipped the challenge of defender Kialonda Gaspar to break free and then teed up his teammate for his third goal of the tournament.
His 41st-minute strike at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium set up the Super Semi-final meeting against South Africa on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
