Enugu Tragedy: Family Demands Justice After Security Guard Uchenna Ogbonna Burnt To Death In Employer’s Home
The quiet GRA axis of Enugu was thrown into shock and mourning following the mysterious and tragic death of Mr. Uchenna Ogbonna, a security guard from Nkerefi in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State, who was reportedly burnt to death in the residence of his employer, Mr. Uche Adibe.
📌 The Tragic Incident
Uchenna, who had loyally served as a security guard in his employer’s compound for over seven years, was said to have made a desperate call to his sister hours before his death, warning that his life was in danger. According to the family, he alleged that his boss was unwilling to let him go freely, fearing that he might disclose certain sensitive information he had about him.
On the evening of Thursday, August 21, 2025, tragedy struck. Reports claim that Uchenna was found burnt within his employer’s compound, under circumstances his family and community describe as suspicious and deeply troubling.
📢 Family’s Cry for Justice
Speaking with emotion-laden words, Uchenna’s sister revealed:
“My brother told me his life was in danger. He had secured a house and was planning to move out by Sunday. He even called me to send him money, which I did. Hours later, I was told he burnt himself to death. That is a cock and bull story. My brother was chained and silenced.”
The family further alleged foul play, citing inconsistencies in the employer’s narrative and pointing to what they described as a deliberate attempt to cover up the true circumstances of his death.
They accused the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) who first arrived at the scene of tampering with evidence, claiming that video recordings taken during the recovery of the body were forcibly deleted.
⚖️ Community Anger & Demand for Accountability
The people of Nkerefi community have expressed outrage over the incident, vowing to pursue justice for their son both legally and spiritually. Elders and community leaders described Uchenna’s death as an affront to human dignity and warned that any attempt to cover up the matter would be resisted.
The community has called on the Governor of Enugu State, the State Commissioner of Police, and the Director of the Department of State Services (DSS) to immediately launch an independent and transparent investigation into the incident.
The youth, visibly angered, warned that failure to act swiftly could lead to heightened unrest, stressing that Uchenna’s blood must not be swept under the carpet.
🚨 Police Silence Raises Eyebrows
Efforts to get the official position of the Enugu State Police Command on the matter have been met with silence. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Daniel Ndukwe, after reviewing inquiries sent to him, neither confirmed nor denied knowledge of the case at the time of filing this report.
💔 A Breadwinner Silenced
Uchenna, described as the breadwinner of his family, leaves behind a wife, children, and relatives who depended on him. For them, the pain of his tragic death is compounded by the unanswered questions and alleged attempt to erase evidence.
His sister captured the family’s grief with words that tug at the heart:
“We no longer sleep. Uchenna was everything to us. We know he cannot come back, but we want justice. We want those who killed him to be exposed. Nothing more.”
✍️ Conclusion
The death of Uchenna Ogbonna is not just a family tragedy but a test of Nigeria’s justice system. The cries of Nkerefi community now echo louder: Justice for Uchenna, justice for humanity.
As investigations continue, the people await transparency, accountability, and truth.
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