Son denied inheritance after father’s death — Report

The tight-knit community of Ugboko in Orhionmwon local government area of  Edo State was shattered by a tragedy on 14th October 2022 as Mr Ikponmwosa Matthew and his son, Eric, were brutally gunned down while tending to their farm.

Discovered by fellow villagers, who brought them home,  the gruesome scene left the community reeling in disbelief and sorrow, grappling with the loss of two cherished members.

In the wake of this tragedy, Ikponmwosa Uhunoma Festus, the deceased son, found himself confronting not only the grief of losing his father but also the harsh reality of being denied his rightful inheritance.

Despite assuming he would inherit his father’s estate, familial disputes surfaced, orchestrated by his own uncle and proved otherwise.

Denied access to his father’s home and facing ominous threats, Festus was coerced into a life of evasion, fearing for both his inheritance and his safety.

With no refuge in sight, he was compelled to flee, seeking sanctuary far from the tumult that besieged his family and community.

Meanwhile, the safety and security of Ikponmwosa Uhunoma Festus is in serious jeopardy as he faces death threats if he ever attempts to enter the country.