A Nigerian family has renewed its demand for justice and protection nearly 18 years after armed men allegedly invaded their residence and killed two siblings in a Christmas Day attack in 2008.
The demand followed a fresh petition by Festus Akpos Lokri to the Nigeria Police Force, Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, seeking a thorough investigation into the killings of Titus Lokri and Doutimi Lokri, as well as alleged threats against surviving family members.
In a sworn affidavit dated September 22, 2026, Festus narrated how the family’s ordeal allegedly began in 2005 when militants accused his younger brother, Innocent Lokri, of supplying security agencies with information about their activities.
According to him, the threats forced the family to abandon their home in Bayelsa State and relocate to Warri, Delta State, in search of safety.
However, the relocation reportedly failed to end the family’s troubles as armed men allegedly stormed their residence on December 25, 2008, killing Titus and Doutimi.
Nearly two decades after the incident, Festus said the surviving members of the family were still living in fear over what he described as persistent threats from unidentified callers.
He alleged that callers using restricted telephone numbers had repeatedly demanded information about the whereabouts of Innocent, leaving relatives worried about their safety.
A police report dated September 23, 2026, reportedly confirmed that the complaint had been received and assigned to Detective James Olapade and his team for investigation.
The family is now appealing to the police authorities to ensure a comprehensive investigation into the killings, identify and prosecute those responsible, and provide adequate security for surviving relatives.
For the family, the passage of 18 years without what they consider satisfactory justice has deepened their pain, while the alleged continued threats have renewed fears over their safety.
They are calling on the relevant authorities to ensure that the deaths of Titus and Doutimi Lokri are not forgotten and that those responsible are brought to justice.
