Police officers remanded over Delta musician’s death
Five police officers have been remanded in connection with the killing of Delta State musician Oghenemine Ogidi (OG Millan). The officers appeared before Justice Marshal Onome Umukoro at High Court 5 in Asaba. Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu described the court appearance as a step toward justice. The family of the deceased has raised concerns about poor communication from authorities regarding the case.
What we know
- The five officers—ASP Usman Nuhu, ASP Onoloko Dauroupamo, ASP Okoh Kelechi, Inspector Goodluck Kingsley, and Inspector Omonigho Ahweyevu—were arraigned before the court and ordered to be remanded at Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre.
- The case was filed under Suit No. THC/ASB/CR/M/66C/2026 and came before Justice Marshal Onome Umukoro.
- The court adjourned the case till June 15, 2026, for arraignment, pending legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions.
- The family of Oghenemine Ogidi claims they were not properly informed about the proceedings and have not seen the autopsy report.
- Rights groups and the public continue to monitor the case, with concerns raised about transparency and access to information for the family.
