Five police officers accused in connection with the death of 28-year-old Delta State musician and delivery rider, Oghenemine Ogidi, popularly known as OG Millan, have been remanded in custody by a High Court sitting in Asaba.
The officers were arraigned on Monday before High Court 5 presided over by Justice Marshal Onome Umukoro in Suit No. THC/ASB/CR/M/66C/2026.
Those charged include Assistant Superintendents of Police Usman Nuhu (42), Onoloko Dauroupamo (47), Okoh Kelechi (46), Inspector Goodluck Kingsley (42), and Inspector Omonigho Ahweyevu (41).
Following proceedings, the court ordered that the defendants be kept at the Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre pending further hearing of the case.
The matter was adjourned to June 15, 2026, as the court awaits legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) before the formal arraignment proceeds.
Journalists were, however, barred from gaining access to the courtroom during the sitting.
Speaking after the court session, human rights advocate Harrison Gwamnishu described the development as a significant step toward justice for the deceased.
He confirmed that the court directed that the accused officers remain in custody pending the DPP’s legal review of the case.
Gwamnishu expressed optimism that the trial would proceed without delay but raised concerns over alleged poor communication with the victim’s family.
According to him, the family claimed they had not been provided with key documents, including the autopsy report, nor adequately briefed on the progress of investigations.
He also alleged that there were attempts to limit public observation of the proceedings, although activists and observers insisted on being present.
The activist further disclosed that future hearings might be held virtually, with the defendants appearing from correctional custody while proceedings are followed remotely in court.
A relative of the deceased, Emuobor Alex, also complained that the family was not properly informed about the court sitting, stating they only received unofficial updates.
He explained that family members travelled from Warri to Asaba after hearing that the matter was scheduled, only to arrive after the sitting had concluded.
Alex appealed to the Delta State Ministry of Justice and relevant authorities to ensure timely and direct communication with the family as the case progresses.
Similarly, the elder brother of the deceased, Victory Ogidi, lamented the lack of official updates, saying the family had been relying on social media and third-party information.
He urged authorities, including the Attorney-General of Delta State and the police, to improve transparency and keep the family properly informed throughout the trial process.
The incident traces back to April 26, 2026, when Oghenemine Ogidi died in Effurun, Delta State after reportedly being intercepted while delivering a package allegedly linked to firearms and ammunition.