Patience Amaka Sunnberger, a Nigerian woman in Canada, faces backlash after boasting that her Canadian citizenship shields her from prosecution. This follows the Nigerian House of Representatives request for her prosecution over threats to harm fellow Nigerians.
Patience Amaka Sunnberger, a Nigerian woman residing in Canada, sparked outrage after bragging that her Canadian citizenship would protect her from prosecution following a controversial statement she made, threatening to harm fellow Nigerians. This bold claim came in response to the Nigerian House of Representatives' letter to the Canadian government, urging them to take legal action against her. Sunnberger had previously vowed to poison individuals from Nigerian ethnic groups, which prompted the House's intervention. Her defiant response—stating that "nothing will happen" because of her Canadian citizenship—has ignited a heated debate online.
Social media users were quick to react, with many highlighting the potential consequences of her actions. Some pointed out that her citizenship could be revoked, while others criticized the perceived double standards in the Nigerian government's response compared to similar threats made by other ethnic groups. Some users expressed concern for the safety of those around Sunnberger, urging authorities to take her statements seriously. Despite her bravado, many believe that Canadian officials will take her threats seriously, potentially leading to severe repercussions. The incident has underscored the deep-seated ethnic tensions among Nigerians, both at home and abroad, with many calling for a more consistent approach to addressing hate speech and incitement.
