Arogbonlo Israel

South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa has reacted to xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

Ramaphosa who took to his verified Twitter handle on Tuesday, condemned the attacks while assuring Nigerians of the readiness of the security agencies to put an end to the uncivilised acts.

He said: "Our security forces are on high alert. Whilst in no way, can we take away the sense of deep loss and unbearable pain you experience, as a country we commit ourselves to continue to work tirelessly to building the kind of South Africa, where indeed women and children will be safe."