Content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, has pleaded not guilty to rape and manslaughter charges linked to the death of 20-year-old Favour Agbro in Delta State. The plea was entered before Justice Michael Nduka Obi of the Delta State High Court in Asaba on October 21, 2026.
Following the proceedings, the court directed the prosecution to file witness statements within seven days and adjourned the case until October 28, 2026, for further hearing. Ogbonna remains in custody at the Ogwashi-Uku Maximum Correctional Centre after his bail application was reportedly rejected in September.
Key Highlights
- Content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, pleads not guilty to rape and manslaughter charges.
- The charges are linked to the death of 20-year-old Favour Agbro in June 2026.
- The Delta State High Court directs the prosecution to file witness statements within seven days.
- The next hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2026.
- Ogbonna remains in custody, and the allegations against him have not been proven in court.
Odogwu Asaba Denies Charges in Court
Ogbonna entered his plea after the two-count charge was read to him during the court sitting on October 21.
The prosecution team was led by Delta State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice, Omamuzo Erebe, SAN, alongside Principal State Counsel Ugochukwu Okolotu. Awele Ideal also appeared as counsel to the nominal complainant.
Following the plea, Justice Obi directed the prosecution to file witness statements within seven days and present its witnesses as the proceedings continue, according to court reports.
The case was adjourned to October 28, 2026, to allow the prosecution to comply with the court’s directive and prepare for the next stage of the trial.
Ogbonna’s not-guilty plea means the prosecution must establish the allegations against him in accordance with the law. He remains presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a competent court.
Background of the Favour Agbro Case
According to accounts attributed to police investigators, Agbro travelled from Ughelli to Asaba on June 1, 2026, after Ogbonna allegedly offered to train her in content creation.
Investigators reportedly alleged that she was taken to a hotel, where the incidents underlying the sexual assault allegations occurred. Ogbonna was subsequently arrested in July 2026.
The case later proceeded to court following investigations into Agbro’s death. Reports indicate that the investigation included autopsy and toxicology findings.
On September 15, 2026, the court reportedly rejected Ogbonna’s bail application, citing considerations relating to the nature of the charges, and ordered that he remain in custody at the Ogwashi-Uku Maximum Correctional Centre.
Reports surrounding the case also stated that Agbro recorded a video recounting her alleged experience before her death and later died after ingesting a toxic substance. These details form part of the reported background to the investigation and remain subject to the evidence presented in court.
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Prosecution Expected to Present Witnesses
The prosecution is expected to comply with the court’s order to file witness statements before the next hearing.
The October 28 sitting is expected to provide an opportunity for further proceedings as the court considers the prosecution’s case.
The charges and allegations remain unresolved, and the court has not convicted Ogbonna of any offence. The outcome will depend on the evidence presented and the court’s determination of the case.
Case Draws Public Attention
The case has attracted public attention because of Ogbonna’s profile as a content creator and the circumstances surrounding Agbro’s death.
As the proceedings continue, the court will consider the evidence and arguments presented by the prosecution and defence in line with the applicable law.
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