A nigerian man shot dead in S/Africa by Somalian – Union

The Nigeria Union in South Africa has confirmed the killing of
its member, Mr Chinedu Eze, allegedly killed by a Somalian in the Western Cape Province of that country.

The Chairman of the union in the province, Mr Mike Ibitoye,
said on telephone from Cape Town, South Africa, that Eze,
 35, was shot on April 25 during an argument over cell phone.

“ Chinedu Eze is a native of Umuchu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. He deals in cell phones.

“ Reports from ERICGOSSIP said that, on the fateful day, there
was an argument between him and Somali man inside a car.

“The Somalian reportedly shot him three times, and when he
ran out of the car, he shot him six times again, leading to his
death,” he said.

Ibitoye said that the incident happened at Bellview area of Cape Town, a place populated by Somalians.

“ The incident has been reported to the South African Police.

“The Police has commenced investigation, but we are not
aware if the assailant has been arrested,” he said.

Also, Mr Adetola Olubajo, Secretary of the Union, said “the
national body of the union has informed the Nigerian mission
in South Africa.

“ We appeal to Nigerians in the Western Cape Province to
remain peaceful and law abiding.

“The Mission is on top of the situation.

“ The union equally appeals to the Federal Government 
to ensure that the welfare of Nigerians in South Africa are
protected,” he said.