Gunmen have killed Pastor Prince Miefah Wilson in Rivers State. The incident occurred around the Ogoni axis of Nonwa Town, in Tai Local Government Area of the state. The assailants remain unknown and are still at large.
IYC Condemns the Killing
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Ngo Clan, condemned the murder in a statement issued on Monday, August 10, 2026. The group described the act as barbaric and an affront to the sanctity of human life. The statement was signed by its chairman, Comr. Destiny Minabelem Ijah, and secretary, Comr. M. F. Awaji, Esq.
In the statement, the IYC expressed deep shock and sadness over the death of Wilson, whom they described as a son of Ngo Town in Ngo Clan. The group said Wilson was a man of God, a peace advocate, and a proud son of Ngo Clan whose life was dedicated to service and to God.
Call for Investigation and Calm
The IYC called on the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), and all sister security agencies to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation. They urged the agencies to ensure that the perpetrators are fished out and made to face the full wrath of the law.
The group also called for calm, urging all youths of Ngo Clan and well-meaning Nigerians not to take the law into their hands. They stated that grief must not be allowed to degenerate into crisis, and that they are engaging stakeholders to de-escalate rising tension in order to avert any possible breakdown of peace in the area.
Justice Demanded
The IYC emphasized that justice delayed is justice denied, and they declared they will not rest until those behind the murder are arrested and prosecuted. The statement concluded with a prayer for the soul of Pastor Prince Miefah Wilson to rest in perfect peace.
