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Five police officers remanded in connection with Delta musician's death
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Five police officers, including ASP Usman Nuhu, ASP Onoloko Dauroupamo, ASP Okoh Kelechi, Inspector Goodluck Kingsley, and Inspector Omonigho Ahweyevu, were arraigned before High Court 5 in Asaba on Monday in connection with the death of 28-year-old Delta State musician and delivery worker, Oghenemine Ogidi, also known as OG Millan. The case, filed under Suit No. THC/ASB/CR/M/66C/2026, came before Justice Marshal Onome Umukoro. The officers were ordered to be remanded at the Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre, and the case was adjourned until June 15, 2026, for arraignment, pending legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions. Journalists were not permitted in the courtroom during the proceedings. Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu described the court appearance as a positive step towards justice but raised concerns that the deceased's family had not been properly updated on the case, alleging they had not seen the autopsy report or been formally briefed. He also noted attempts to restrict public observation. Emuobor Alex, a cousin of the deceased, and Victory Ogidi, the elder brother, both expressed frustration over the lack of official communication from authorities, stating they relied on unofficial sources and social media for updates. They appealed to the Delta State Ministry of Justice and other authorities for timely communication and transparency. Oghenemine Ogidi died on April 26, 2026, in Effurun, Delta State, after allegedly being intercepted while d
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