The Delta State Police Command has arrested a popular content creator, Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as “Odogwu of Asaba,” over the alleged rape of a 20-year-old lady who later died after reportedly taking her own life.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, said the arrest followed a petition alleging that the deceased travelled to Asaba on June 1, 2026, after Ogbonna invited her with a promise to train her in content creation through a programme he promoted on his social media platform.
According to the police, the suspect allegedly took the woman to a hotel upon her arrival in Asaba, where he allegedly raped and physically assaulted her.
The police said the victim returned home visibly distressed and narrated the incident to her parents.
She also recorded a video in which she recounted her experience and the emotional trauma she suffered following the alleged assault.
The statement added that the young woman later ingested a toxic substance in an apparent suicide attempt and died despite efforts to save her.
Following the petition, the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, directed the Area Command in Effurun to immediately commence a thorough investigation.
The police said the investigation led to the arrest of Ogbonna, who has reportedly made useful statements during preliminary interrogation.
Investigators are continuing efforts to establish the full circumstances surrounding the case.
The Commissioner of Police assured the deceased’s family and members of the public that the matter would be investigated thoroughly and professionally, stressing that no aspect of the allegations would be overlooked.
He also reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to ensuring that appropriate legal action is taken in accordance with the law upon the conclusion of investigations.
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