Canadian-based Nigerian woman defies arrest threat amid Reps’ call for prosecution

Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian woman based in Canada, has brushed off the possibility of arrest or deportation after the Nigerian House of Representatives called on the Canadian government to prosecute her for inciting violence and genocide against the Yoruba and Benin people.

In a video that went viral on X.com (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Sunnberger, who claims Canadian citizenship, dismissed concerns about her potential arrest, asserting that Canada’s legal system operates differently from Nigeria’s. She confidently stated that she is protected by her Canadian citizenship and mocked the notion of being deported.

“Someone just sent me a message saying I’ve been arrested and that they want to deport me. With what passport? I’m a Canadian citizen,” Sunnberger said. “As you can see, I’m at home. Why would I lie?”

Her comments come in response to a video that surfaced earlier in the week, in which she was seen making threatening remarks against the Yoruba and Benin communities during a TikTok live session. In the video, Sunnberger, who claimed to reside in Ontario, Canada, vowed to harm any Yoruba or Benin individuals she encountered.

The inflammatory statements sparked outrage, prompting the Nigerian House of Representatives to take action. In a formal letter, the House urged the Canadian government to investigate and prosecute Sunnberger, arguing that her remarks violated both international and Canadian laws.

Despite the uproar and the Nigerian government’s calls for legal action, Sunnberger’s latest video suggests she remains unfazed, relying on her Canadian citizenship as a shield against any repercussions.