In a chilling revelation that has left many Nigerians stunned, Uche Kingsley Agumba, a 33-year-old businessman who projected himself as a devout Catholic Christian, has been arrested in connection with an alleged ritualist syndicate led by a notorious native doctor, Obi Levi Obieze, in Enugu State. The arrest follows a disturbing case involving ritual killings and human remains discovered at the residence of the self-styled spiritualist.
Obieze, who is also known by various aliases such as Obu Onyeka, “Ezeani,” and “E-Dey-Play-E-Dey-Show,” is infamous for his ostentatious lifestyle, flamboyant dressing, and social media presence. He is currently under investigation for multiple ritual murders, including the attempted sacrifice of a teenage girl and the discovery of other victims’ remains on his property.
Despite Kingsley’s public image as a devout and religious businessman, recent police findings have painted a very different picture. According to a statement released by law enforcement officials, Kingsley was arrested alongside two other suspects: Ilo Nweze Onyedikachi (36) and Ejike Odinwankpa (38). All three are believed to be part of a ritual network spearheaded by Obieze.
The arrest was made during a police operation targeting a suspected ritualist syndicate operating between Enugu and Aba. Authorities revealed that Kingsley often travelled under the guise of attending church programs in Enugu. However, intelligence gathered during the investigation suggests that these trips were actually made to visit Obieze for reasons linked to ritual practices.
Police reports indicated that religious paraphernalia including church stickers, bibles, and prayer handbills were discovered in Kingsley’s possession found in his shop, vehicles, and residence. These items, investigators believe, were used to reinforce his image as a God-fearing man, effectively deflecting suspicion from his alleged illicit activities.
Kingsley was well known in business circles in Aba and Port Harcourt, particularly for his involvement in the building materials sector. He had a shop in Ariaria Market, Aba, and also sold furniture materials in Iloabuchi, Port Harcourt. His Facebook profile presented him as a hardworking, religious entrepreneur, with posts that combined faith-based messages and promotions for his business.
However, the illusion started to fall apart after the shocking events of May 26. That day, a 13-year-old girl vanished while walking to the farm with her father in a village near Enugu. Her disappearance raised alarm, but no one expected the tragic discovery that came next.
According to eyewitnesses, the girl’s cries were heard the next morning emanating from the compound of Obi Obieze. Villagers who responded to the cries found her bound and hidden in a part of the property, seemingly prepared for ritual sacrifice. Further searches led to the discovery of a soakaway pit where the decomposing remains of several individuals, including a heavily pregnant woman, were recovered.
The gruesome discoveries triggered outrage among local residents, who stormed Obieze’s residence. In a wave of fury, they set fire to his house and vehicles. Obieze managed to flee during the chaos but was eventually captured by security forces while attempting to escape into the Benin Republic.
In the wake of these events, the arrest of Kingsley has sent shockwaves across communities where he was once admired. A friend from Aba, expressing disbelief on social media, wrote: “When I heard Kingsley was arrested for ritual activities, I was shocked. He was always attending church services and used to invite me. But I recall after our apprenticeship, he once said he would make money by any means. He said, ‘We serve the master.’ Now I wonder who that master was.”
Police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing and vowed to uncover the full extent of the syndicate’s operations. Authorities assured the public that justice would be served, and that all those involved regardless of their social standing or religious claims would face the full weight of the law.
As more details continue to emerge, this case has reignited conversations around ritual practices in parts of Nigeria and the disturbing trend of individuals using religion as a mask for criminal behavior.
