Toronto Police have arrested Amaka Sonnberger, a Nigerian woman, for threatening to poison and kill Yoruba and Edo people living in Canada.
KanyiDaily recalls that a video recently surfaced on social media showing Amaka making these threats during a TikTok Livestream, which sparked widespread outrage.
This led to calls from notable figures, including the Nigerian Government, urging Canadian authorities to take legal action against her for breaking Canadian and international laws.
On Monday, September 2, Toronto Police announced they had arrested Amaka on September 1, following complaints that she had posted content online around August 25, 2024, threatening the lives of specific members of the Nigerian community.
Amaka Patience Sonnberger has been charged with “uttering threats” and is due to appear in court on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice.
This statement reads, “This investigation is being treated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.
“When suspected hate-motivated offences are reported to police, the investigation could be led by a Divisional investigator with the support of the Hate Crime Unit (HCU), or in some cases, will be investigated exclusively by the HCU.
“If it is alleged a criminal offence was committed (such as assault or mischief) and it is believed to have been motivated by bias, prejudice or hate, the officer-in-charge may consult with the Crown.
“If a person is charged and convicted of the offence, the Judge will take into consideration hate as an aggravating factor when imposing a sentence.
“Wilful promotion of hatred and advocating genocide are hate propaganda (hate speech) offences which require the Attorney General’s consent to lay charges. These charges are often laid at a later time.”
KanyiDaily recalls that Amaka Patience Sunnberger previously bragged that her Canadian citizenship would shield her from any legal consequences.
She emphasized that Canada’s legal system differs from Nigeria’s, arguing that she cannot be arrested or deported without valid legal reasons.
