Retired Delta State High Court judge, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, was found dead in her Asaba home, triggering a police investigation into the circumstances of her death.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that her body was discovered in the sitting room of her residence at No. 8 Tom Halen Street, behind IBTC Bank, with her hands and legs tied and her mouth covered with a wrapper.
Her brother, Emeka Okogwu, reported the incident to police around 8:00 a.m. while visiting her home, prompting immediate deployment of patrol teams.
The on-duty security guard, Lucky Matthew, has been arrested for questioning, while another guard, Godwin Vanen, is missing and being actively sought by authorities.
Justice Okogwu’s body was taken to Maduemeie Hospital Mortuary, Asaba. The case has been transferred to SCID Asaba for a discreet investigation as police work to determine the motive and identify those responsible. Forensic evidence is being collected from the residence.
Residents expressed shock at the killing, describing Justice Okogwu as a quiet and respected community member. Security experts have urged improved monitoring of residential security personnel following the incident.
The Delta State Police Command assured the public of its commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice and ensuring the safety of residents in Asaba.
