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Prosecute Nigerian issuing poison threats, Reps tell Canadian govt.

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The House of Representatives has called on the Canadian authorities to investigate and take legal action against Mrs. Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian resident in Canada, for making threatening statements against Yoruba and Benin people.

According to Persecondnews, in a video clip that began trending on X.com on Tuesday, Sunnberger’s voice was heard making anti-Yoruba comments during a virtual meeting on TikTok.

The Ontario, Canada, resident threatened to bring toxic substances to her workplace and harm anyone of Yoruba or Benin origin, allegedly in retaliation for perceived ‘hate’ against the Igbo people.

In a letter co-signed by Rep. Biodun Omoleye and Rep. Tochukwu Chinedu Okere, the federal lawmakers condemned Sunnberger’s incendiary remarks, warning that they pose a significant threat to the well-being and security of millions of Nigerians.

The letter read in part: “On behalf of the Nigeria-Canada Parliamentary Friendship Group and the House Committee on Diaspora Matters, we are writing to express our deep concern regarding the actions of Ms. Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian citizen residing in Canada.

“Ms. Sunnberger has recently been recorded making inflammatory statements that incite violence against the Yoruba and Edo ethnic groups in Nigeria, including advocating the poisoning of food and water supplies to achieve their mass genocide.

“Ms. Sunnberger’s recorded statements constitute a direct threat to the lives and safety of millions of Nigerians.

“Her incitement to violence and call for genocide through poisoning are not only deeply troubling but also represent a clear violation of multiple international, Canadian, and Ontario laws.

“Such rhetoric is dangerous and has the potential to incite real-world violence, both in Nigeria and within the Nigerian diaspora.”

The letter outlined Sunnberger’s egregious violations of international and Canadian laws, including human rights covenants and criminal codes, underscoring the severity of her offences.

The lawmakers called for a multi-faceted response, including a thorough investigation, prosecution, public condemnation, and international cooperation, to address Sunnberger’s actions and prevent potential harm.

The letter added: “In light of the seriousness of these violations, we respectfully request the following actions:

“Investigation: An immediate and thorough investigation should be conducted into Ms. Sunberger’s actions by Canadian law enforcement and appropriate authorities.

“Prosecution: We urge that Ms. Sunberger be prosecuted under the relevant sections of the Criminal Code of Canada to hold her accountable for her incitement to genocide and hate speech.

“Public Denouncement: We request that the Canadian government issue a public condemnation of Ms. Sunberger’s actions to reaffirm Canada’s commitment to combating hate speech, violence, and genocide.

“Collaboration with Nigerian Authorities: We also request that Canadian authorities collaborate with Nigerian authorities to prevent any potential escalation of violence as a result of Ms. Sunberger’s incitement and to ensure that justice is served.”

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