A Nigerian man, Jeremiah Okoye, has tragically died while in police custody in Limpopo, South Africa. Okoye, who had lived in South Africa for 22 years, resided at 71 Magazyn Street, Polokwane, before his untimely death.
The President of the Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA), Frank Onyekwelu, confirmed the incident and condemned the persistent police brutality against Nigerians in South Africa. Onyekwelu urged authorities to adhere to the rule of law and investigate the circumstances surrounding Okoye’s death.
According to Onyekwelu, investigations are ongoing, and the Nigerian High Commission and Consulate in South Africa have been informed of the incident. He expressed concern about the recurring deaths of Nigerians in police custody, describing it as a “dangerous pattern” that needs to be addressed.
Okoye, originally from Ezinifite Nnewi in Anambra State, Nigeria, was a long-time resident of South Africa. His death has sparked outrage and calls for justice, with many demanding answers about the circumstances surrounding his death.