Renewed Call for Justice in the Elozino Ogege Murder Case
The quest for justice in the tragic murder of Elozino Joshuaria Ogege in 2018 has resurfaced, fueled by recent statements from her friend, Tehiomo Omojebwe, who detailed the horrifying circumstances surrounding the student’s death.
In an emotional post shared online, Omojebwe portrayed Elozino not only as a classmate but also as a cherished friend and a bright young woman whose life ended in a brutal manner. He described her character, emphasizing her kindness and integrity.
Elozino, a student at Delta State University, was lured to her death while searching for accommodation in Abraka. Friends reported that a security agent known as Onoriode, or Onosu, had offered to assist her in finding housing but instead led her into a deadly trap. Omojebwe lamented, “She just went looking for a house to rent. That’s how he seduced her.”
The investigation revealed that the suspects included an Internet fraudster and an accomplice who allegedly abducted Elozino from campus, overpowered her, and transported her to a secluded area where the crime took place. Omojebwe recounted, “They planned it. They were waiting for her inside the school… they overpowered her and took her away.”
One of the most disturbing revelations from Omojebwe’s testimony was the horrific violence Elozino endured before her untimely death. According to his account, she pleaded for her life, crying out for mercy even as she was subjected to unimaginable brutality. “According to their confessions, Ms. Elozino was crying and pleading with them to let her go… Even after they took her eyes out alive, she was still pleading with them,” he stated.
Omojebwe alleged that Elozino’s remains were dismembered for rituals tied to what is referred to as “Yahoo Plus” practices, a term associated with certain fraudulent activities, and that her body parts were handed over to a local doctor, Ojokojo Robinson Obajero.
The police investigation, confirmed by the Delta State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Andrew Anyamaka, led to the arrest of several suspects after tracking Elozino’s mobile phone. Police Chief Muhammad Mustafa acknowledged that those apprehended were involved in ritual killings, revealing that at least one suspect died while attempting to evade capture. However, nearly eight years later, Omojebwe voiced his frustration over the lack of justice.
Despite the investigation’s initial progress, Omojebwe expressed deep disillusionment with the judicial process. He criticized the repeated delays in court proceedings, stating, “Since 2018…what happened? There was no justice. Postponement after postponement. It’s been years.”
Additionally, he raised concerns about the university’s role in the incident, particularly regarding the hiring practices that allowed individuals with criminal backgrounds to work on campus. He questioned, “How could she trust the wrong person, the security guard inside her school? How could she hire an ex-convict?”
In a passionate plea, Omojebwe urged the Nigerian public not to forget Elozino’s story and to maintain pressure for accountability in the case. “We know Elo is gone, but we want justice…please don’t close this case,” he implored. “How long will girls continue to die like this?”
