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Breaking: Tension as Delta community leader dies in military detention

President-General of Okuama Community of Ughelli South local government area of Delta state, Pa James Oghoroko, has reportedly died in military detention.

Oghoroko reportedly died from torture and alleged inhumane treatment.

According to Vanguard, Oghoroko is one of the leaders arrested by the Nigerian military since August 2024.

The reported news of Okuama community President General has caused sadness and displeasure amongst the community with the family thrown into mourning. Angry youths were seen with long faces discussing the tragic incident in the community.

The leaders of Okuama announced Oghoroko’s death during an emergency meeting held in the community.

The Community said another leader, Pa Dennis Okugbaye, is also battling for his life in the undisclosed military facility.

Oghoroko reportedly died on Wednesday, December 4 in military detention without being charged in court since his arrest in August.

The lead Counsel, Olorogun Albert Akpomudje SAN, said he would meet with the family members and his team to know what steps to take next.

He described the tragic incident as disturbing news to appropriate at the moment.

 

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