Morocco’s ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Moha OU Ali Tagma, has strongly refuted claims circulating on social media that Moroccan authorities have allegedly killed hundreds of migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa.
He described the allegations as baseless fabrications intended to mislead the public and damage Morocco’s reputation.
Addressing journalists, the ambassador dismissed the claims as entirely implausible, stating, “it is inconceivable that an event of such magnitude could have taken place without being reported by any international media agencies.”
He stressed that if such an incident had truly occurred, leading global news networks, human rights organizations, and diplomatic observers would have swiftly investigated and exposed the facts. The complete absence of reports from these credible sources, he noted, speaks volumes about the false nature of these accusations.
Further reinforcing his argument, the ambassador pointed out that no official statements have been released by any embassies of the affected African nations. If such a tragedy had unfolded, he argued, the governments of those countries would have undoubtedly responded. The silence from diplomatic missions, he suggested, is further proof that these claims hold no truth.
“These disinformation campaigns are designed to incite division and must be firmly rejected.
“Everybody knows that Morocco, as an African country, remains fully committed to strengthening its partnership with African nations, based on mutual respect, cooperation, and shared prosperity.”
The ambassador’s remarks come as a disturbing video continues to circulate online, showing Black migrants in what appears to be a detention camp, surrounded by officers in riot gear. Some individuals lie motionless, while others appear to be in distress. However, with no verified sources confirming the video’s authenticity or origin, concerns are growing that this could be another case of misinformation aimed at harming Morocco’s image.
Morocco has long been known as a welcoming and hospitable country, attracting millions of visitors each year due to its rich culture, historical landmarks, and warm hospitality. The nation has also become a leading hub for high-level international conferences and summits.
It has hosted the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP22) in Marrakech in 2016, the African Union’s Extraordinary Summit on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in 2018, and the Annual Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund in 2023. These events reflect Morocco’s growing influence as a centre for diplomacy, trade, and sustainable development.
What’s more, Morocco is set to host the 3rd Edition of the African Heritage Concert & Awards (AfriHeritage-25) next month in Marrakesh to celebrate African icons who have positively shaped the continent’s future.
The welcoming nation will also host the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, featuring 24 teams from across the continent.
These events reflect Morocco’s growing influence as a centre for African brotherhood, diplomacy, culture, and sports on the continent.
Officials are urging the public to be cautious about misinformation and to verify sources before spreading content that could create unnecessary division or harm Morocco’s longstanding role as a key partner in African and global affairs.
