A video circulating on social media shows Delta-based content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, widely known as "Odogwu of Asaba," on his knees pleading with the family of 20-year-old Favour Agbro, who allegedly took her own life after accusing him of assault.
Ogbonna's Plea for Forgiveness
In the clip, Ogbonna addressed Favour's relatives directly, including her visibly distressed twin sister, as he asked for their forgiveness. "This is a very terrible mistake, I'm ready to give up everything.... please forgive me," he said.
Police Statement on the Case
The Delta State Police command confirmed Ogbonna's arrest in a statement released on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Police spokesperson SP Bright Edafe said the case originated from a formal petition filed over Favour's death. According to the police, Favour travelled from her home to Asaba on June 1, 2026, after Ogbonna advertised a content creation training programme on his social media pages and invited her to attend. Police allege that upon her arrival, Ogbonna took her to a hotel where the assault reportedly occurred.
Favour Agbro's Death and Investigation
Following the alleged incident, Favour reportedly made accusations against the content creator before she died. The petition submitted to the police prompted the command to open an investigation, which led to Ogbonna's arrest. The video of Ogbonna begging the family emerged after his arrest and spread rapidly across social media platforms, drawing attention to the case.
Public Reactions to the Apology
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions from social media users. lucy_spicy said: "He should bring her back to life and undo what he did. That's when he would be forgiven. Until then, no deal." ChrisErons12 said: "If Nigeria is a state run by the constitution, one former governor from SE now a serving minister under the APC would be paraded in chains like this!!" Danield88589191 reacted: "Settlement as how for person wey don die."
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