The presidential candidate of the Labour party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has condemned the threat made by a Canada-based woman, Amaka Sunnberger, against Nigerians of Yoruba and Benin descent.
Naturenex had earlier reported that the chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, revealed Amaka Patience Sunnberger’s identity after a video of her raining threats on Yoruba and Edo people went viral.
Sunnberger, during the live TikTok session, threatened to poison Nigerians living in Canada.
She further dared anyone to report her to the Canadian authorities.
The woman, who spoke mainly in Pidgin English, vowed to take poisonous substances to her workplace and poison any Yoruba or Benin person she came across due to the ‘hate’ against Igbos.
Following the viral clip, which sparked an outrage, the House of Reps wrote to the Canadian government, calling for her prosecution.
However, reacting via the microblogging platform X, formerly Twitter, on Friday, the former Anambra governor urged Nigerians to unite and channel their focus on addressing the numerous challenges bedevilling the nation rather than allowing tribalism to divide them.
He wrote, “I utterly condemn the reported hateful statement and actions attributed to a Nigerian woman living in Canada against other Nigerians of diverse origins. Such divisive comments or behaviour have no place in our society.
“As Nigerians, we should unite and focus on addressing our shared challenges rather than allowing tribalism and hate to tear us apart. I have consistently stood against the polarisation of our country along tribal, religious or political lines.
“What does a nation achieve through tribal or religious bigotry? Does it contribute positively to development by fixing our numerous health and education challenges and pulling people out of poverty? Does it reduce the price of bread, rice, garri, or yam on the market?
“Does it improve our transportation system or enhance the electricity supply? Does it ensure good governance? The answer is a resounding NO!! Our priority should be to move Nigeria forward, regardless of tribe or religion.”
The presidential candidate then called on Nigerians to shun tribalism and religious division and work together towards a new, prosperous, and united nation.
