Human rights lawyer Femi Falana urges Nigeria and Ghana to initiate legal action against South Africa at the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights over renewed xenophobic attacks against African migrants. In statements reported by multiple Nigerian outlets, Falana argues that an African Court case is the proper route because it can order compensation and other remedies for victims, and it can also seek provisional measures to prevent further violence. He criticises what he describes as a “diversionary and time-wasting” approach if Nigeria’s response is limited to reporting South Africa to the African Union. The call comes after South Africa reportedly rejected Nigeria’s request for compensation for citizens who allegedly had to abandon businesses and properties during past attacks. Falana condemns the refusal, including South Africa’s position that many victims were undocumented migrants, a claim disputed by those affected. He also points to alleged violations under Article 12 of the African Charter, which bars collective expulsion of non-nationals. Falana further encourages other affected states and victims to file cases in Arusha, Tanzania, and urges Nigerian authorities to recognise the African Court’s jurisdiction.