In a tragic and controversial development, 35-year-old Simon Chima areested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has died under mysterious circumstances while in custody at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre in Lagos.
Chima, who was described as a homeless man seeking a place to rest, was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on October 24, 2024.
The news of his death, was announced by human rights advocate Malachy Odo II on X formerly Twitter, has sparked outrage and raised questions about the treatment of vulnerable individuals in Nigeria’s justice system.
According to Odo, Chima had been detained for over three months without being formally charged in court, a delay that many have criticized as unjust.
The images of Chima’s handwritten statements, shared by Odo, reveal a man grappling with poverty and homelessness, expressing his desperate need for shelter.
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Despite this, the EFCC proceeded with his detention, leading to his prolonged incarceration at Ikoyi Correctional Centre.
Odo expressed profound sadness and confusion over Chima’s death, highlighting the lack of transparency surrounding the circumstances and the absence of information about his family or next of kin to claim his body.
The incident has ignited widespread condemnation on social media, with users describing the situation as “inhuman” and “wicked.”
Odo has called for accountability, urging authorities to investigate Chima’s death and ensure justice is served.
The case has also drawn attention to broader issues within Nigeria’s correctional and law enforcement systems, including the treatment of the homeless and the lengthy detention of individuals without trial.
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