4 Nigerians In Critical Condition As South Africans Attack Again

4 Nigerians In Critical Condition As South Africans Attack Again

Nigerians have again been attacked bu South Africans and this time, 4 of the victims are in critical condition in a South African hospital.

The attack also saw some shops and a guest house being burnt down.

Speaking with NAN,via a phonecall from Rustenburg,  Mr Paul Nwanedo, chairman, Nigerian Union, North West Province chapter, said the attacks against Nigerians began on Sunday.

According to Mr. Paul, taxi drivers in Rustenburg are claiming that a Nigerian abducted and raped a 16-year-old South African girl. they also claimed that Nigerians sold drugs to a local gang that attacked their members.

 This is absolutely untrue. We have investigated and found out that the allegations are false. The union is worried about the safety of our members in Rustenburg.

As I speak to you, we are afraid because the attacks have continued and our members are still in hiding.
We have reported to the police and our national secretariat. We want the safety of lives and property of our people.

Mr Adetola Olubajo, President of the union, said;

Investigation by the union shows that no Nigerians abducted or raped a South African girl. Indeed, no Nigerian has been arrested for the offence and we are worried about the turn of events.
The lives and property of our citizens in Rustenburg are in danger and there is an urgent need for intervention. We appeal to our mission and Federal government to intervene urgently and save the situation.

Spokesman of the police in Rustenburg, Brig-Gen. Sabata Mokgwabone said they are yet to get the main reason behind the attack confirming that “ the burnt houses are those occupied by foreign nationals.”

North West Provincial Commissioner of Police, Lt.-Gen. Baile Motswenyane speaking on the incident said;

“ Those who are doing this must know that they are committing a crime and drastic action will be taken, including against our own members who are involved in criminal activities,” he said.