Anambra Brothers Convicted Of Murdering Uncle In Nimo
An Anambra State High Court sitting in Neni has found two brothers, Izuchukwu and Obinna Obinaju, guilty of the brutal murder of their uncle, Mr Bertrand Obinaju, in Nimo, Njikoka Local Government Area.
The tragic incident occurred on 3 August 2022. Bertrand, a victim of the Boko Haram insurgency who had returned to his hometown from Sokoto after losing everything, was reportedly living on the goodwill of relatives and in-laws.
His disappearance sparked concern when he failed to show up for a promised handout.
A relative’s search, aided by a member of the Nimo Vigilante Group, led to a shocking discovery a sack containing suspected human remains in the defendants’ home.
Police were alerted and the brothers were arrested.
Prosecuted by the Anambra State Attorney General, Professor Sylvia Ifemeje, alongside Assistant Chief State Counsel, Chiamaka Chukwuka, the case saw four prosecution witnesses and one defence witness testify.
Justice Onyinye Anumonye found the brothers guilty of conspiracy and murder. Sentencing is set for 3 October 2025.
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