Police Sack Delta DPO Udoh for Framing Good Samaritan as Murder Suspect, Extorting Funds

The Nigeria Police Force has taken decisive action against a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Delta State accused of framing a good Samaritan for murder and extorting money from him, marking a rare instance of accountability amid widespread public complaints about police misconduct.

Tomi Akporoghene Wojuola, the victim of this ordeal, shared his harrowing experience on social media, detailing how a simple act of kindness in Asaba nearly cost him his freedom and savings. The incident, which unfolded earlier in 2025, highlights ongoing challenges with police professionalism and the risks Nigerians face when assisting strangers in distress.

Wojuola spotted a young man who had collapsed on a roadside in Asaba, Delta State’s capital. While other passersby ignored the scene, he sought advice from a doctor over the phone and rushed the victim to a nearby hospital.

Tragically, the young man died upon arrival. Following protocol—since he did not know the deceased—Wojuola requested that police be notified. Instead of gratitude, officers at the GRA Police Station in Asaba, led by DPO CSP Christopher Udoh (also spelled Odoh), detained him and accused him of murder.

“They took my statement under caution and treated me like a criminal,” Wojuola recounted in a viral post. “DPO Udoh said he would ‘deal with me for acting like Jesus’ and threatened that I’d learn to walk past dying people next time—even after the family confirmed their son had an underlying medical condition.”

Extortion and High-Level Intervention

Despite the deceased’s family verifying the man’s pre-existing health issues, police allegedly demanded bail money. Wojuola claims they emptied his account, leaving him with just ₦2,000. His release came only after a “very top government functionary” intervened personally at the station.

Wojuola’s story gained traction online, prompting complaints to the Nigeria Police Force Complaint Response Unit (NPF-CRU). On January 3, 2026, the unit confirmed: “The DPO GRA Asaba has been summoned and will appear at Police Force Headquarters Abuja for questioning next week. #NoToImpunity.”

Swift Police Response and Sanctions

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, announced the resolution on X (formerly Twitter) on January 4, 2026. “The guy has since been contacted, the DPO removed and sanctioned, and the money refunded,” Edafe stated, confirming Udoh’s removal from the GRA Division.

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This development follows earlier reports by SaharaReporters and corroboration from multiple sources, including Vanguard and Punch newspapers, which detailed the NPF-CRU’s involvement. No further details on Udoh’s sanctions or the exact refund amount have been disclosed, but the case has sparked online debates about police reform.

Broader Implications for Good Samaritans

Wojuola reflected bitterly: “I now understand why Nigerians film emergencies instead of helping.” His experience echoes similar incidents, such as the 2023 case in Lagos where a motorist aiding an accident victim faced robbery charges, later dropped after public outcry.

Police spokesperson Edafe urged citizens to report misconduct via official channels, emphasizing the command’s commitment to discipline. As of January 4, 2026, no updates on Udoh’s Abuja summons have emerged, but the swift refund and removal signal growing intolerance for abuse of power.

This case underscores the need for systemic changes to protect good Samaritans and rebuild trust in Nigeria’s police, especially as public scrutiny intensifies through social media.