Sad End: Untold story behind the death of Priscilla Ocheme and the fight for justice

The story of Priscilla Ocheme—a bright young woman with aspirations of becoming a medical doctor—has taken a tragic turn that has left her family and the public seeking justice.

Priscilla, an orphan, lost her father in a devastating road accident when she was just four years old.

Left with her six siblings in the care of their widowed mother, she faced the harsh realities of life from an early age.

Despite these challenges, her mother worked tirelessly as a post-primary school teacher to support her children through education.

A few years ago, Priscilla achieved her dream of gaining admission to study Medicine at Bingham University.

However, financial constraints forced her to make the painful decision to withdraw from the program, a choice that cast a shadow over her family and revived memories of their late father—who would have undoubtedly supported her education had he been alive.

Determined to forge a path for herself, Priscilla found an alternative in the Department of Public Health at Adeleke University in Osun. There, she completed her degree with remarkable success, proving her resilience and commitment to her education.

Tragically, on September 22, 2024, Priscilla visited a male friend in Lugbe, a suburb of Abuja, but never returned home.

Eyewitnesses later reported that her body bore signs of severe trauma, leaving family and friends devastated. The friend, whose name has not been disclosed, provided conflicting accounts of the events surrounding her death, raising concerns about the circumstances of the incident.

As the investigation unfolded, Priscilla’s mother was reportedly pressured by the police to quickly bury her daughter and refrain from further inquiries.

Refusing to back down, she insisted that the friend be interrogated. Although the suspect was initially detained, there are troubling reports of external pressure on the police to release him. He has since been freed, igniting outrage and calls for accountability.

In light of these events, many are questioning the integrity of the investigative process and the treatment of families in similar situations. Citizens are rallying together, demanding justice for Priscilla and urging authorities to take the necessary steps to ensure that the truth comes to light.

The tragic loss of Priscilla Ocheme serves as a stark reminder of the systemic issues that plague the justice system in Nigeria. As her family mourns, the community stands united, vowing to raise their voices until justice is served.

Let this case be a call to action for all who believe in the pursuit of truth and justice.

The story of Priscilla Ocheme should not fade into the shadows; rather, it should inspire a movement for change.