Toronto police have arrested Amaka Sunnberger, a Nigerian woman, for issuing threats against Nigerians of Yoruba and Benin descent. This arrest occurred on Sunday, September 1, 2024, and Sunnberger is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, September 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in courtroom 107 at the Ontario Court of Justice.

The arrest follows a viral video in which Sunnberger made alarming threats to kill individuals from these ethnic groups. The police are treating this incident as a potential hate crime, emphasizing the seriousness of the threats and their impact on the community.

The threats sparked considerable outrage both in Canada and Nigeria. In response, Nigerian lawmakers urged the Canadian government to take legal action against Sunnberger for inciting violence and genocide. Furthermore, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), submitted a petition to Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton, urging swift action in this matter.

As the case progresses, it highlights the importance of addressing hate crimes and the international cooperation needed to ensure justice for affected communities.