Following a man hunt for the killers of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, the Delta State Police Command has effected the arrest of one Lucky Matthew, a suspect accomplice in the case.
SP Bright Edafe, the Police Spokesperson for the Delta State Command made this disclosure through an official press release made available to journalists in Asaba on Sunday.
He said, “On November 24, 2025, the DPO of ‘A’ Division, Asaba, received a complaint from the brother of Justice Ifeoma Okogwu (Rtd) that he visited her residence only to discover her lifeless body in the sitting room, with her hands, legs, and mouth tied.
“Upon receipt of the complaint, the DPO swiftly led men to her residence, where the corpse was evacuated and taken to the mortuary for autopsy.
“One suspect, Lucky Matthew, has been arrested, while the principal suspect, Godwin Vanem, is presently at large.”
“Preliminary investigation revealed that Godwin Vanem is suspected of committing the dastardly act and fleeing the apartment. The command has launched a manhunt for the fleeing suspect,” he added.
The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (Homicide Section) for discreet investigation.