Ebonyi Community Banishes 20-Year-Old After He Confesses to Killing Mother

In a shocking incident that has left the community of Ohatekwe Ukawu in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State reeling, a 20-year-old man, Damian Oforbuike, has been banished by locals after allegedly killing his mother, Onyemaechi.

Disturbing Confession

Akahi News gathered that Oforbuike attacked his mother with a machete over the weekend, sparking fear and mourning across the community. In a viral video recorded during a public parade, the suspect reportedly confessed to the act, claiming he committed the crime because his mother refused to bathe him and declined to provide funds for a barbing salon for his brother who had completed apprenticeship.

“I killed my mother because she refused to bathe me and also refused to rent a shop for my brother who learned barbing and needed money to start,” Oforbuike said.

Community Response

Local youths swiftly mobilised, combing nearby forests to track and apprehend the suspect. He was publicly paraded around the community and subsequently banished, with a stern warning never to return. The councillor representing the area, Maduabuchi Nweke, confirmed mobilising over 200 youths in the operation.

Police Investigation

Following his capture and banishment, Oforbuike has been handed over to the Ebonyi State Police Command for further investigation. Authorities are expected to determine the full circumstances surrounding the crime and proceed with appropriate legal action.

The incident has reignited conversations around mental health, domestic tensions, and community justice in parts of Nigeria, highlighting the urgent need for interventions to prevent similar tragedies.

By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News
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