Dabiri-Erewa calls for swift justice for Nigerian killed in South Africa

The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has condemned the murder of a 22-year-old Nigerian e-hailing driver, Isaac Satlet in Pretoria South Africa, demanding for justice and arrest as well as prosecution of those involved.

In a statement signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun mnipr, Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols NIDCOM, Dabiri-Erewa said the increasing rate of criminality and killings of Nigerians in South Africa is worrisome and calls for serious concerns.

She said Nigeria and South Africa have come a long way as African Brothers, wondering why some evil minded people are committing heinous crimes against fellow Africans.

Dabiri-Erewa urged the South Africa authorities to ensure that justice is served for the murdered Isaac Satlet and ensure there is protection of lives and property of non-indigenes in South Africa.

The incident occurred on February 11, 2026, after Satlet picked up passengers through an e-hailing platform.

According to police reports, Satlet was attacked by a male and female pair who hijacked his vehicle.

His body and the stolen car were later found in Atteridgeville. Dashcam footage, which captured part of the incident, aided in the swift arrest of the female suspect.

Authorities are still searching for the male suspect, with more arrests expected.

The case has sparked widespread outrage, with calls for improved safety measures for e-hailing drivers.

Meanwhile, the suspects arrested in connection with the brutal murder of 22-year-old Nigerian e-hailing driver, Isaac Satlet, in Pretoria West, South Africa been arraigned in court.

The suspect appeared before the Atteridgeville Magistrate’s Court on February 16, 2026, facing on charges of car hijacking and murder.

Satlet, a student set to graduate next month, was remembered as hardworking and ambitious, with plans to further his studies in Canada.