26-Year-Old Native Doctor Arrested for Killing Pregnant Nurse
- Chibunna Nwafor, a native doctor, was arrested for murdering a pregnant nurse in Anambra State
- The 26-year-old prime suspect allegedly conspired with gang members to mutilate the nurse's body
- Police emphasize ongoing investigations following the arrest of Nwafor on February 11, 2026
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Ogbunike, Anambra State - 26-year-old native doctor, Chibunna Nwafor, has been arrested by police operatives for allegedly killing a pregnant nurse in Ogbunike, Oyi local government area of Anambra State.
The prime suspect reportedly conspired with his gang members and allegedly murdered and mutilated the body of the nurse.
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The native doctor, who is also known as “Offonwadile,” took the remains to his shrine.
As reported by The Punch, the nurse was killed in July 2025 after her friend lured her to her house under the pretext of seeking medical treatment.
The police arrested the friend on July 29, 2025, while the native doctor had been on the run.
The state police spokesman, Ikenga, said the native doctor was arrested in his hideout at Umueri community in Anambra East Local Government Area of the state.
Ikenga said the suspect was arrested through sustained community collaboration and intelligence-driven efforts on February 11, 2026.
He made this known in a press statement issued on Friday, February 13, 2026.
The police spokesperson said the prime suspect has been handed over to the Police higher investigative formation for discreet investigative proceedings.
He further stated that investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as developments unfold.
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Source: Legit.ng
