Again, we wake up to hear about the devastating news of the
brutal rape and murder of a young and promising Nigerian, Vera
Uwaila Omozuwa, who was just 22 years old. As reported, Uwa, who is
a 100 level student of the University of Benin, had visited the
Redeemed Christian Church of God (“RCCG”), the Edo Province 10,
located at Ikpoba Hill, Benin on Wednesday, 27 May 2020, to read.
There, she was brutally raped and killed by the assailants who
afterwards struck her head with a fire extinguisher.
As a Nigerian cum lawyer, I condemn this hideous act perpetrated
by these men, and call on our law enforcement agencies,
particularly the Edo State Police Command, to expeditiously
commence investigations and ensure that the perpetrators of this
horrendous act are brought to justice.
Indeed, no Nigerian deserves to have his or her life terminated
like this. We enjoy inalienable rights which are protected by the
Constitution including the rights to life and dignity of human
person. Every life is sacrosanct and is protected by our laws;
therefore, Uwa’s slayers must not be allowed to escape the
consequences of their actions. Such action is condemnable and
should not be condoned by any person, society or agency.
I should add that it is very worrisome that cases of rape and
murder of our children, teenagers and youths are increasing
rapidly. Just recently, the nation was rattled by the news of the
gross defilement of a 12 year old girl by 11 men. Fortunately these
men were swiftly arrested and prosecuted. I therefore implore the
Edo State Police to swing into action immediately so as to achieve
justice for Uwa.
May the gentle soul of Vera Uwaila Omozuwa rest in peace and may
her slayers be brought to justice.
Joyce Oduah, FICMC
Former National Treasurer, NBA, 2012-2014
Again, we wake up to hear about the devastating news of the
brutal rape and murder of a young and promising Nigerian, Vera
Uwaila Omozuwa, who was just 22 years old. As reported, Uwa, who is
a 100 level student of the University of Benin, had visited the
Redeemed Christian Church of God (“RCCG”), the Edo Province 10,
located at Ikpoba Hill, Benin on Wednesday, 27 May 2020, to read.
There, she was brutally raped and killed by the assailants who
afterwards struck her head with a fire extinguisher.
As a Nigerian cum lawyer, I condemn this hideous act perpetrated
by these men, and call on our law enforcement agencies,
particularly the Edo State Police Command, to expeditiously
commence investigations and ensure that the perpetrators of this
horrendous act are brought to justice.
Indeed, no Nigerian deserves to have his or her life terminated
like this. We enjoy inalienable rights which are protected by the
Constitution including the rights to life and dignity of human
person. Every life is sacrosanct and is protected by our laws;
therefore, Uwa’s slayers must not be allowed to escape the
consequences of their actions. Such action is condemnable and
should not be condoned by any person, society or agency.
I should add that it is very worrisome that cases of rape and
murder of our children, teenagers and youths are increasing
rapidly. Just recently, the nation was rattled by the news of the
gross defilement of a 12 year old girl by 11 men. Fortunately these
men were swiftly arrested and prosecuted. I therefore implore the
Edo State Police to swing into action immediately so as to achieve
justice for Uwa.
May the gentle soul of Vera Uwaila Omozuwa rest in peace and may
her slayers be brought to justice.
Joyce Oduah, FICMC
Former National Treasurer, NBA, 2012-2014