A senior lecturer at Ambrose Alli University, Dr. Matthew Uwuigbe, has died under circumstances that have sparked widespread concern. According to reports, Dr. Uwuigbe, a staff member at the Edo State-owned university, slumped and died in a hotel room after an alleged sexual encounter with a 21-year-old commercial sex worker identified as Angela Defa Jacob. The incident occurred on Sunday at a hotel in the Mosco area of Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.
Details of the incident reveal that Dr. Uwuigbe had checked into the hotel with the sex worker and died moments after their encounter. The lecturer had reportedly sent the woman to purchase water for him, and upon her return, she found him lying dead in the room. The hotel owner, the manager, and the sex worker have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently in custody.
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the incident and announced that an investigation is underway. The Spokesperson for the Edo State Police Command, Eno Ikoedem, provided details about the incident, stating that the command received a report on October 5, 2026, at about 8 pm. Dr. Uwuigbe's corpse has been deposited at the Oriaifo Memorial Hospital mortuary as the investigation continues.
The university's administration has reacted to the incident, with the Public Relations Officer, Otunba Mike Ade Aladenika, confirming that Dr. Uwuigbe was a staff member of the institution. However, Aladenika emphasized that the incident occurred outside the campus and was part of the lecturer's private life. The university has thus distanced itself from the incident, noting that the sex worker involved was not a student.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of individuals involved in commercial sex work, as well as the circumstances surrounding Dr. Uwuigbe's death. While the police investigation is ongoing, three persons have been arrested in connection with the incident. The authorities have not released further details about the nature of their involvement.
The incident has sparked a mix of reactions from various stakeholders, with some expressing shock and others raising concerns about the broader implications. As the investigation continues, many are awaiting the outcome, hoping for clarity on the circumstances surrounding Dr. Uwuigbe's death. The university community and the wider public are following developments in the case.
The case highlights the complexities and risks associated with certain lifestyles and activities. As the police continue their investigation, they are expected to unravel the sequence of events leading to Dr. Uwuigbe's death. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and caution in various aspects of life.
Key points
- Three persons have been arrested in connection with the incident.
- The incident occurred outside the university campus.
- Dr. Uwuigbe's corpse has been deposited at the Oriaifo Memorial Hospital mortuary.
