A Delta High Court has remanded five police officers linked to the death of OG Millan as proceedings continue pending DPP legal advice
A Delta State High Court sitting in Asaba has ordered the remand of five police officers linked to the death of Delta-based musician and delivery rider OG Millan, following their appearance before Justice Marshal Onome Umukoro.
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The officers, identified as ASP Usman Nuhu, ASP Onoloko Dauroupamo, ASP Okoh Kelechi, Inspector Goodluck Kingsley and Inspector Omonigho Ahweyevu, were arraigned on Monday in connection with the case filed as Suit No. THC/ASB/CR/M/66C/2026.
Justice Umukoro ordered that the defendants be remanded at the Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre pending further proceedings and legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions.
The matter was adjourned to June 15, 2026, as the court awaits the DPP’s assessment before the next stage of trial.
Access to the courtroom was restricted during the sitting, with journalists barred from observing proceedings, a move that drew concern among observers.
Human rights advocate Harrison Gwamnishu confirmed the court appearance of the officers, describing it as a step forward in the pursuit of justice.
He said the judge’s decision to remand the officers signalled progress in the case, while expressing optimism that the trial would proceed swiftly.
However, Gwamnishu criticised what he described as poor communication with the victim’s family, alleging that they had not been granted access to key documents, including the autopsy report.
He also raised concerns over limited access to court proceedings, although activists and observers reportedly attempted to follow developments closely.
Family members of the deceased musician also expressed frustration over what they described as a lack of official updates.
A cousin of the late musician, Emuobor Alex, said the family travelled from Warri to Asaba after receiving unofficial information about the hearing, only to arrive after proceedings had concluded.
He appealed to the Delta State Ministry of Justice to ensure better communication with the family going forward, stressing the need to be properly informed about court developments.
The deceased’s elder brother, Victory Ogidi, also called for transparency, saying the family had relied largely on social media for updates on the case.
He urged the Delta State Attorney-General, the Ministry of Justice and the Nigeria Police Force to maintain regular communication with the bereaved family.
OG Millan died on April 26, 2026, in Effurun, Delta State, after being stopped by police while delivering a package reportedly linked to firearms and ammunition.
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The case continues to draw public attention, with rights groups and members of the public closely monitoring proceedings as the legal process unfolds.
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