A Dubai-based Nigerian man, Obaze Chikezie Idenyi, was brutally murdered and dismembered by a suspected gang of ritual killers in Ebonyi State. According to Idenyi’s wife, Blessing, and his brother, Kenneth Chiabuotu Odanwu, the perpetrators hailed from Mgbo, Iziangbo, and Izzi Local Government Areas.
Idenyi, a former naval officer, had returned to Nigeria in April 2023 to marry Blessing after a decade-long relationship. He had planned to return to Dubai once she completed her youth service.
The tragedy unfolded in March 2024 when Idenyi was introduced to a group of individuals by two acquaintances from his community, known as Chief and Elechi.
These men were later identified as Innocent Ajim Elebe and a local native doctor. Over time, Idenyi’s behavior and financial habits began to change, with frequent late-night departures and large withdrawals from his wife’s bank account.
As Idenyi’s activities became more suspicious, his wife questioned the nature of his relationship with the group. On Saturday, September 14,
2024, Idenyi left home for a supposed business trip to Lagos, but he never returned. His wife, unable to contact him, grew increasingly worried....Read Full Article [Click Here>]
The family launched a desperate search, involving spiritual consultations and hiring a tracker to trace his phone activity. A distress message sent from Idenyi’s phone to his brother claimed that he was being held hostage in Lagos, heightening concerns.
The family reported the disappearance to the police, who arrested Elechi and Chief. During questioning, the suspects confessed to killing Idenyi and dismembering his body, which they disposed of in a remote area of Ebonyi State.
Further investigations led to the arrest of Obinna Nwanguru and Oda Peter, who were allegedly involved in the gruesome act. The suspects revealed that they had murdered Idenyi, Chibu Odii, and Eze Fabian for ritual purposes.
The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the incident and stated that efforts are underway to recover the remains of the third victim.
