Moses Itoro, a phone repairer based in Rivers State, is demanding answers and accountability following the tragic killing of his elder brother, Promise Itoro. The deceased, who worked as a tricycle driver, was allegedly gunned down by an officer of the Nigerian Air Force during a routine patrol at the busy Eleme Junction. This incident has sparked widespread outrage among the local community, as witnesses claim there was no provocation before the shooting.
According to an interview posted by Punch Newspaper on May 3, 2026, while recounting the horrific sequence of events that led to his sibling’s demise, he questioned, “I wanted to ask him how grievous my brother’s offence was, to be shot twice in broad daylight.” Moses explained that he was at his workshop when a frantic phone call informed him of the tragedy, leaving him completely shattered and unable to process the news.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain highly controversial, as eyewitnesses at the park reported that there was no physical altercation or heated argument preceding the gunfire. Promise was described by his colleagues and family as a calm, easy-going man who avoided trouble at all costs. Instead of receiving immediate medical help, reports suggest that the military personnel initially blocked bystanders from moving the body, further escalating the tension at the scene.
Since the incident, Moses has faced a grueling battle for justice while dealing with the heavy emotional toll of losing his only biological sibling. He noted that while the Air Force has reportedly been covering the mortuary fees, no senior official has reached out to the family to offer a formal apology or explanation. The grieving brother expressed his deep frustration over being kept away from the suspect currently held in military custody.
The case has now been moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department, where tricyclists and witnesses have provided formal statements to aid the ongoing probe. Moses remains steadfast in his pursuit of legal action, insisting that the officer responsible must face the full weight of the law. He refuses to let the matter be swept under the carpet, asserting that his brother was an innocent man who deserved to live…See More
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