My Son Wanted To Become A Priest - Mother Of 10-Year Old That Was Shot Dead In Imo

Mother of ten-year-old Somtochukwu Ibeanusi who was allegedly shot dead by policemen effecting the forceful demolition of the Owerri Main Market on orders of the Imo State Government, has finally spoken about the passing of hr son.
Ogechukwu, mother of the boy spoke with journalist explaining she had only just put to bed two weeks ago and losing her son shortly after was like her world had crumbled at her feet.


“My husband and I were in one of our shops located in a shopping plaza in the demolition zone, struggling to move some goods inside. We sell phone accessories.
“As the government began the demolition that day, Somtochukwu and his elder sister, Mmesoma, were packing and arranging goods in one of our others shops in the same area affected by the demolition.