Favour Agbro’s Death case has returned to the Delta State High Court, where content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, pleaded not guilty to rape and manslaughter charges.
Ogbonna entered his plea on October 21, 2026, before Justice Michael Nduka Obi. The charges relate to the death of 20-year-old Agbro in June 2026.
The court adjourned the trial until October 28, 2026, when further proceedings are expected to begin.
Odogwu Asaba Trial to Resume October 28
The prosecution team includes Delta State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice, Omamuzo Erebe, SAN, alongside Principal State Counsel Ugochukwu Okolotu and Awele Ideal, counsel to the nominal complainant.
Following the proceedings, the prosecution acknowledged that Ogbonna remained presumed innocent under the law.
The court directed the state to present its witnesses at the next sitting. It also gave the prosecution seven days to file witness depositions.
The prosecution said the short adjournment would help the case proceed without unnecessary delays.
Allegations Surrounding Favour Agbro’s Death
Investigators alleged that Agbro travelled from Ughelli to Asaba on June 1, 2026, after Ogbonna reportedly offered to train her in content creation.
According to the allegations, he took her to a hotel, where she allegedly suffered physical and sexual assault.
The allegations remain before the court. Ogbonna has pleaded not guilty to both charges in the Favour Agbro’s Death case.
Defendant Remains in Custody
Authorities arrested Ogbonna in July 2026. On September 15, the court denied him bail and ordered that he remain at the Ogwashi-Uku Maximum Correctional Centre.
According to the report, the decision followed the release of autopsy and toxicology reports connected to Agbro’s death.
The trial is scheduled to resume on October 28, 2026. The prosecution is expected to begin presenting its case as the proceedings continue.
Ogbonna’s plea does not establish guilt, and the court will determine the allegations through the judicial process.