The Delta State Government has intensified the prosecution of two suspects accused of murdering retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, as proceedings continue before the Delta State High Court sitting in Asaba.
The case, presided over by Justice Michael Nduka Obi, witnessed the presentation of evidence by prosecution witnesses as the state government pursues justice for the late jurist.
The prosecution team, led by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Mr Tejiri Anuhwin, alongside the Deputy Director, Mr Justin Amahi, and Principal State Counsel, Miss Oghenechavwuko Agbatutu, presented witnesses in the case.
The first prosecution witness, an investigating police officer, was cross-examined by defence counsel representing the defendants. The initial Investigating Police Officer (IPO), who handled the case, also testified and was cross-examined by the defence.
Two other prosecution witnesses subsequently gave evidence and were equally subjected to cross-examination as proceedings continued.
The defence team was led by Mr Ernest Edomwonyi, Director of Public Defender, alongside Mr E. I. Opiah, who appeared for the defendants and participated in the cross-examination of the prosecution witnesses.
The prosecution maintained its commitment to diligently pursuing the case, stressing the Delta State Government’s resolve to ensure that justice is served through due legal process.
The court subsequently adjourned the matter to October 28, 2026, for the continuation of the prosecution’s case.
It would be recalled that the defendants, Godwin Mngumi, a 25-year-old security guard, and Nnaji Abalum, were arraigned before the court on a four-count charge bordering on armed robbery, conspiracy and murder.
The offences were allegedly committed on November 27, 2025, at the residence of the late Justice Okogwu in Asaba, the Delta State capital.
Justice Okogwu, a respected retired judge of the Delta State Judiciary, was reportedly attacked and killed in her home in an incident that sparked widespread condemnation and renewed concerns about security in the state.
The trial is expected to continue on October 28, 2026, as the prosecution proceeds with the presentation of its case.