Petition to Declare Ireti Bakare-Yusuf a Persona Non Grata in South Africa.

This petition is important because we believe public commentators and journalists should report on South Africa accurately, fairly, and responsibly. Freedom of expression and freedom of the press are essential to any democracy, but they also carry a responsibility to distinguish verified facts from opinion and to avoid spreading misinformation that may damage public trust or international relations.
As South Africans, many of us are concerned that repeated public statements about our country have, in our view, created a misleading picture of South Africa's immigration policies, crime, institutions, and citizens. We believe that criticism should be based on verifiable evidence rather than unverified claims or selective reporting. When inaccurate information is shared with large audiences, it can influence public opinion, increase tensions between communities, and affect South Africa's reputation internationally.
This petition is not intended to silence criticism or prevent legitimate journalism. Instead, it calls for accountability where we believe public statements may have been misleading or unsupported. We ask the relevant authorities to review the public conduct and statements that have prompted this petition and determine whether any action is appropriate under South African law.
As supporters of this petition, our concern comes from seeing repeated public debates in which South Africans feel their perspectives are dismissed or unfairly portrayed. We believe our country's sovereignty, laws, and democratic institutions deserve the same respect afforded to every other sovereign nation. Immigration policy, law enforcement, and public safety are legitimate issues that should be discussed based on evidence and within the framework of the Constitution and the rule of law.
Sources and Supporting Information
Supporters of this petition encourage readers to review:
Public interviews, broadcasts, and social media posts by the individual concerned.
Statements and media briefings from the South African Government, including the Department of Home Affairs and the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Official reports, court records, and reputable news coverage relating to the issues discussed.