Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the threats of death made against Yorubas and Benin people by a woman living in Canada.
Atiku, in a statement on Thursday, said the development again brings to the forefront the need to promote unity and oneness among Nigerians.
He also commended the relevant government agencies for their prompt and decisive action in addressing the threat and exposing the woman behind the threat.
Taking to his X account, the former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), wrote: “The contentious virtual chat room clip, wherein participants made threats of ethnic cleansing against the Yorubas and Benin people, is unequivocally condemned in all aspects.
“I am informed that the identities of those involved have been disclosed and that calls have been made to the pertinent law enforcement agencies in Canada to prosecute the offenders.
“In this regard, I commend the House of Representatives and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission for their prompt and decisive action in addressing this incendiary rhetoric and preempting further escalation.
“This disconcerting episode underscores, once again, the imperative of uniting our people and our nation.
“Our rich diversity is our most cherished national asset and must be vigilantly protected. -AA”
