Nigerian Student’s Alleged Killing by Chinese Nationals in Philippines Sparks NIDCOM Investigation

By Iyojo Ameh

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has launched an investigation into the alleged murder of a Nigerian student identified as Ikem, reportedly at the hands of a group of Chinese individuals in the Republic of the Philippines.

This shocking incident came to the attention of NIDCOM after a viral social media post circulated, raising concerns and demanding justice.

Despite no official report of the incident being made to the Nigerian embassy in the Philippines, NIDCOM is treating this matter with the utmost seriousness and urgency.

The Commission is appealing to the individual who originally shared the harrowing account on social media, asserting to have witnessed the event, to provide more comprehensive and precise details to NIDCOM through their official email address: [admin@nidcom.gov.ng](mailto:admin@nidcom.gov.ng).

NIDCOM has pledged to initiate a swift and thorough investigation to unveil the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. This proactive response underscores NIDCOM’s unwavering dedication to the well-being and safety of Nigerians living abroad and its commitment to ensuring justice in incidents of this nature.

In a statement, NIDCOM affirmed its commitment to collaborating closely with relevant authorities to uncover the truth behind this distressing incident. The Commission has promised to keep the public informed with updates as the investigation progresses, assuring that all possible measures will be taken to ensure justice is served in this troubling case.

The deceased’s friend, Michael Ojuola gave graphic details of the murder through a tweet on Sunday, 22 October, 2023. According to Michael, “A friend of mine, a Nigerian Medical Student named Ikem studying in the Republic of Philippines was brutally murdered by a group of Chinese. They tied his hands up, covered and tied his mouth and was beaten blue-black until he gave up the ghost”.

This should never be allowed to get swept under the carpet regardless of the relationship btw the Philippines and China.

“This is so inhuman and barbaric! I can’t even think straight at the moment cos of the horrific videos I’m getting right now from the hospital” Michael tweeted.