South Africa-Based Nigerians Allege Police Killed Compatriot, Claim ‘Heart Attack’ Cover-Up
Nigerians living in South Africa have raised alarm over the death of a compatriot during a police operation, alleging that security officers were responsible and later claimed the victim died of a heart attack.
The controversy follows the death of a Nigerian national identified as Emeka Charles Iroegbu, who died shortly after being arrested in Pretoria. Nigerian authorities and members of the diaspora allege he was subjected to “gruesome interrogation techniques” by officers, suggesting possible foul play.
