Nigeria Demands Justice for Two Killed in South Africa

The Nigerian government has issued a warning to South Africa regarding the killings of two Nigerian citizens, Emeka Charl Iroegbu and Musa Yunana, demanding justice and a thorough investigation into these incidents. Iroegbu was reportedly killed by Tshwane Metro Police officers in Pretoria on June 28, 2026, while Yunana, known as Big Joe, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Witbank, Mpumalanga.

The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed outrage over these killings, highlighting a disturbing pattern of xenophobic violence targeting Nigerians in South Africa. The ministry noted that despite previous incidents, such as the killing of Nnaemeka Mathew Andrew Ekpenyong on April 20, 2026, no arrests have been made.

The Nigerian government has called for the South African authorities to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice without delay and has pledged to continue diplomatic engagement until justice is served. Additionally, the ministry urged Nigerians living in South Africa to remain calm and avoid violence-prone areas.