Urhobo Progress Union Calls for Investigation into Adeda's Death

The Urhobo Progress Union Worldwide (UPU) has demanded a transparent investigation into the death of Mr Unity Ekpevbughe Adeda, a deputy director in the Delta State Ministry of Secondary Education. This call comes as the Delta State police command expands its investigation into the circumstances of his death, which allegedly involved physical assault.

The police have taken Dr Kingsley Ashibogwu, the Commissioner for Secondary Education, and four others into custody, while also declaring Mrs Clementine Ufuoma, the Director of Basic and Secondary Education, and the commissioner’s driver, Clement Apia, wanted for questioning. CP Samuel Erale assured the deceased's family of a thorough and impartial investigation.

The UPU emphasized the need for evidence preservation, witness protection, and prosecution of anyone found culpable. They urged that no public office or individual should shield anyone from accountability and cautioned against prejudging those involved, asserting that all accused must be presumed innocent until proven guilty.