A disturbing video circulating on social media has sparked widespread outrage after allegedly showing a group of South African women physically assaulting a Nigerian man while repeatedly calling him “Oga Mazi.”
The footage, which has attracted significant attention online, appears to capture the man being confronted and assaulted by several women as bystanders look on. Throughout the incident, the women can be heard repeatedly using the phrase “Oga Mazi,” a term commonly associated with Nigerian men in some parts of South Africa.
Although the full circumstances leading up to the confrontation remain unclear, the video has fueled fresh concerns about the safety of Nigerians living in South Africa. Many social media users have described the incident as another example of the hostility and discrimination that some foreign nationals, particularly Nigerians, claim to face in the country.
The incident has nevertheless reignited conversations about previous reports of violence and xenophobia targeting African migrants in South Africa. Civil society groups and members of the Nigerian community have repeatedly called on both the Nigerian and South African governments to strengthen cooperation in protecting the rights and safety of citizens residing in each other’s countries.
Several Nigerians reacting to the video on social media urged law enforcement authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and ensure that anyone found responsible is held accountable in accordance with the law. Others called for calm, warning against retaliation or the spread of unverified information while investigations continue.
As the video continues to circulate widely across social media platforms, many observers are demanding transparency from the relevant authorities and urging swift action if the incident is confirmed.
Seremedia will continue to monitor developments and provide verified updates as more information becomes available.
