- Atiku emphasized the need to protect Nigeria’s diversity and unity in the face of such disconcerting episodes.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has categorically denounced Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Canadian resident, for her reprehensible threat to poison the food and drinks of Yoruba and Benin people.
This threat was captured in a viral TikTok video, which sparked widespread indignation and demands for action.
Sunnberger’s hateful remarks, which targeted millions of Nigerians, prompted the House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora Matters to urge the Canadian government to prosecute her for hate speech.
In a letter to Canada’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, the lawmakers emphasized the need for a thorough investigation and stressed the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law in the bilateral relationship between Canada and Nigeria.
Abubakar, in a statement on his X page, unequivocally condemned Sunnberger’s actions, commending the prompt response of the House of Representatives and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission in addressing the incendiary rhetoric.
“The contentious virtual chat room clip, wherein participants made threats of ethnic cleansing against the Yorubas and Benin people, is unequivocally condemned in all aspects,” he wrote.
“I am informed that the identities of those involved have been disclosed and that calls have been made to the pertinent law enforcement agencies in Canada to prosecute the offenders.
“In this regard, I commend the House of Representatives and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission for their prompt and decisive action in addressing this incendiary rhetoric and preempting further escalation.
“This disconcerting episode underscores, once again, the imperative of uniting our people and our nation.
“Our rich diversity is our most cherished national asset and must be vigilantly protected. –AA”
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