Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Asaba, Delta State — A Facebook post by user Tomi Akporoghene Wojuola has drawn national attention after he revealed being accused of murder by police in Asaba for attempting to save a dying young man. The incident reportedly occurred after Wojuola responded to a medical emergency along a local road, transporting the unresponsive man to the hospital at the request of a doctor.
In his post dated December 31, 2025, Wojuola explained that the young man unfortunately died upon arrival at the hospital. Acting according to protocol, Wojuola requested that the police be informed, as he was unfamiliar with the individual and merely sought to assist as a concerned citizen. However, the case reportedly took an alarming turn.
“I was taken to the GRA Police Station in Asaba. To tell you how wicked some officers of the Nigerian Police Force could be, I was instead accused of murder with my statement taken under caution,” Wojuola wrote. He said that the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), CSP Christopher Odoh, reportedly admonished him for “acting like ‘Jesus’,” suggesting that, in the future, he should refrain from intervening in similar situations, even after the deceased’s family confirmed the young man had an underlying medical condition.
The revelation has sparked public outrage across social media, raising concerns about police procedures, citizen rights, and the treatment of good Samaritans in emergency situations. Analysts and human rights advocates argue that such punitive measures against individuals attempting to save lives may discourage bystander intervention in critical circumstances, potentially endangering public welfare.
Delta State residents and online commentators have voiced disbelief at the accusation, highlighting the need for clearer police guidelines and community protection mechanisms that support, rather than penalize, proactive civic engagement.
The incident adds to a growing discourse on accountability within law enforcement in Nigeria, with calls for independent investigations and reforms to ensure that citizens are not criminally targeted while performing acts of emergency assistance.
As of this report, the Delta State Police Command has not released an official statement regarding Wojuola’s case, and it remains unclear whether formal charges have been filed in court or if any review of the police action is underway.
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