BREAKING: MTNNG Closes All Nigerian Outlets As Protests Against XenophobicAttack Increase | Sahara Reporters MTN conveyed the information to all of its customer in the country via s text message on Wednesday afternoon. READ MORE:
Following increasing protest and attacks of South African companies in Nigeria, MTN Nigeria has closed down all of its shops and retail outlets in the country.
The text reads, “Yello! Our shops are unavailable today. You can reach us on Twitter- @MTN180, MTNonline.com/Livechat, chat on MyMTN App. For Call Center dial 180. Thank you.” The telecommunication company had on Tuesday condemned the xenophobic attack in South Africa and also told its staff to stay away from work until further notice.
Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Ferdi Moolman said, “MTN Nigeria strongly condemns hate, prejudice and xenophobia and reiterate our unequivocal condemnation of all violence. “We seek to connect people, bring people together and provide a platform for everyone's voice to be heard.“Everyone has the right to a world where their rights and freedoms are respected – the right to live and earn a living, freely, safely and protected by the law.”
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