The Nigeria Union in South Africa has appealed to the Federal Government to ensure that the welfare of Nigerians in South Africa are protected.

The Chairman of the union in the province, Mr Mike Ibitoye made this appeal following the death of its member, Mr Chinedu Eze,who was allegedly shot dead by a Somalian in the Western Cape Province of that country.

Ibitoye told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) 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.

According to reports,Eze had an argument with the Somalian inside a car when the Somalian reportedly shot him three times and again for six times when he got out of the car.

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 have 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,” Olubajo appealed.