“Work Hard Instead Of Complaining”- Deji Adeyanju Addresses South African Men Amid Xenophobia Row

• Deji Adeyanju, a human rights advocate, addresses anti-immigrant protests in South Africa.
• He challenges the narrative that foreign nationals are responsible for the country’s economic issues.
• Adeyanju responds to claims from protesters blaming Nigerians and other African migrants for job competition and social issues.

Human rights advocate Deji Adeyanju has weighed in on the growing anti-immigrant demonstrations and xenophobic rhetoric emerging from South Africa, pushing back against claims that foreign nationals are to blame for the country’s economic struggles.

Taking to social media, Adeyanju reacted to comments attributed to some protesters who accused Nigerians and other African migrants of taking employment opportunities, attracting local women, and enjoying better living standards than many South Africans.

The lawyer argued that personal success is not determined by nationality but by effort, dedication, and hard work. He maintained that financial stability and the ability to afford luxury items do not come easily, contrary to what some critics may believe.

Sharing his thoughts online, he wrote:

“During today’s protest in South Africa, lazy ass SA men were wailing and cry¿ng uncontrollably on TV that Nigerians and other Africans are taking their jabs (jobs), women and driving nice cars while they suffer in their own country.”

Adeyanju went on to challenge the narrative that migrants have an unfair advantage, stating:

“They think it’s easy to work hard & afford a nice car or attract women as a high value man. If it’s easy, drive a nice car in SA let’s see.”

He further added:

“If it’s easy, let South African women like you the way they like Nigerians and other Africans. If Nigerians leave your country, your women will relocate to Lagos and Abuja.”

His comments have since sparked conversations online, with many social media users debating the causes of unemployment, immigration policies, and the growing tensions surrounding foreign nationals living in South Africa.

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