The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, alleging attempts to subvert a murder investigation and threats to the life of a police officer involved in the case. The petition concerns the murder of Nnamdi, a 19-year-old who died after being assaulted by a group of armed youths led by Ifeanyi Okeke.
The incident occurred on May 6, 2025, when Ifeanyi Okeke and his group attacked the family residence of Jonathan Onuoha, a police officer attached to the Force Intelligence Department (FID), Abuja. Onuoha’s sister and her children were injured, and Nnamdi died two days later.
The Enugu State Police Command investigated the case and established a prima facie case of murder. The Homicide Unit of the Force Headquarters took over the case, and Ifeanyi Okeke was arrested and implicated others, including his brother Emmanuel Okeke.
However, RULAAC alleges that officers from the IGP Monitoring Unit are attempting to interfere with the investigation, allegedly induced by money. A fresh petition alleging cyberbullying and character assassination has been raised against Onuoha and others, and the IGP Monitoring Unit has secured a signal to retrieve the murder case file.
RULAAC views this development as a direct assault on due process and the integrity of homicide investigations. The organization demands that the IGP halts any interference with the case and ensures that the suspects are promptly charged to court.
The petition highlights concerns about obstruction of justice, abuse of police processes, and erosion of public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force. RULAAC emphasizes that justice delayed or derailed in a murder case is justice denied, not only to the victim’s family but to society at large.
The IGP has been urged to take immediate action to protect Onuoha and his family, who remain under credible threat to their lives. RULAAC also calls for an internal investigation into the conduct of officers involved in attempting to subvert the murder investigation.
The Nigeria Police Force has a responsibility to ensure that murder investigations are conducted professionally and without interference. The outcome of this case will have significant implications for the rule of law and public confidence in law enforcement.
The Enugu State Police Command has been praised for its efforts in investigating the case, and RULAAC hopes that the IGP will take decisive action to ensure justice is served.
The petition has sparked concerns about the influence of money and power in undermining justice in Nigeria. RULAAC’s executive director, Okechukwu Nwanguma, emphasizes that the organization will continue to advocate for accountability and professionalism in law enforcement.
The IGP’s response to the petition is awaited, and RULAAC hopes that the police will take concrete action to uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of citizens.
