Native Doctor Allegedly Behind Ritual Killings Flees as Police Rescue Girl, Discover Decomposing Bodies in Enugu

Authorities in Enugu State have launched a manhunt for a native doctor, Levi Onyeka Obu—also known as “Ezeani” and “E-Dey-Play-E-Dey-Show”—who is accused of burying people alive for ritual purposes.

The shocking discovery was made in Umuojor village, Ishiagu community, in the Ezeagu Local Government Area, after a 13-year-old girl was rescued from what police described as a planned ritual killing.

According to reports, Obu fled his shrine—located in an uncompleted building—before law enforcement officers could apprehend him. The rescue operation, carried out by officers from the Umumba Police Division in collaboration with local vigilante groups and Neighbourhood Watch operatives, led to the arrest of three suspects: Uche Kingsley Agumba (33), Ilo Nweze Onyedikachi (36), and Ejike Odinwankpa (38).

During the operation, police discovered a concrete-sealed pit within the building, where the decomposing bodies of an adult male and female were found. Investigators believe the site served as a ritual ground used by the fugitive native doctor.

In response to the gruesome revelations, the Enugu State Government swiftly demolished the structures used in connection with the crimes.

The Enugu State Police Command has issued a public appeal for information on the whereabouts of Levi Onyeka Obu, urging anyone with credible leads to come forward to aid in his capture.