By George Omagbemi Sylvester
The Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg has strongly condemned the killing of two Nigerian nationals by South African security personnel, raising fresh concerns over the safety of foreign nationals.
27 April 2026 — The Consul-General, Ambassador Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, disclosed that the victims, Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew, died in separate incidents involving the South African National Defence Force and local law enforcement.
The mission described the circumstances as disturbing and demanded a transparent investigation, stressing that justice must follow lawful procedures.
The Nigerian government warned against the growing pattern of profiling Nigerians as criminals, arguing that such narratives expose innocent citizens to harm. It also urged authorities to ensure accountability while advising Nigerians in South Africa to remain calm and law-abiding.
Meanwhile, President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that all foreign nationals must respect South African laws, reflecting a parallel domestic pressure to enforce immigration compliance.
The incident underscores a delicate diplomatic balance; between protecting citizens abroad and addressing rising tensions around migration, security, and public perception in South Africa.
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