Obi also advised Nigerians to shun hate and tribalism, saying it will not fix the country’s socio-political and economic woes
By Kehinde Okeowo
Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi has condemned the action of a Nigerian lady based in Canada, Amaka Sunnberger after she called for the poisoning of Yoruba and Benin people.
Speaking via his official X page, the former Anambra State governor urged Nigerians to unite and not allow tribalism and hate to tear the country apart.
Sunnberger’s threats against Yoruba and Edo people in Canada surfaced on Tuesday in a now-viral video clip on TikTok.
The woman, claiming to be a resident of Ontario, Canada, vowed to harm Yoruba or Benin individuals she encounters, sparking outrage and prompting the House of Representatives to request her prosecution.
Reacting to the development, Obi argued that hate speeches and tribalism cannot fix Nigeria’s socio-political and economic woes.
He tweeted, “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, education challenges, and pulling people out of poverty? Does it reduce the price of bread, rice, garri or yam in the market?”
