Consulate demands justice as another Nigerian killed in South Africa
The Nigerian consulate general in Johannesburg has condemned the alleged brutal killing of a Nigerian national, Musa Yunana Joe, by yet-to-be-identified suspects in Witbank, Mpumalanga Province of South Africa.
A statement on Saturday by the consul general, Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, disclosed that the victim was murdered on June 28.
She stated that the incident has sent shockwaves through the victim’s family, the Nigerian community, and diplomatic missions.
“The Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Johannesburg, South Africa, condemns in the strongest terms, the killing of one of its nationals, Musa Yunana Joe, by suspected criminals on 28th June 2026 in Witbank, Mpumalanga,” the statement said
Ms Okey-Uche added, “The continuing pattern of such terrible incidents raises questions over the safety of Nigerians and other foreigners in South Africa.
“While we expect the authorities to conduct urgent investigations and ensure that the perpetrators face the full wrath of the law, we appeal to our nationals to remain calm, law-abiding, and security-conscious, especially due to the ongoing xenophobic and afrophobic demonstrations in the country.”
The consulate extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and prayed for the peaceful repose of the victim’s soul.
Earlier, Peoples Gazette reported that the consulate also condemned the killing of a Nigerian, Emeka Iroegbu, by officers of the Tshwane Metro Police in Gauteng province.
The consulate called on the South African government to launch an investigation into all alleged murder cases and prosecute perpetrators.
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