Nigerian Man Dies in Imo State After Torture Over Alleged Power Bank Theft

A tragic incident has shaken social media after a young Nigerian man reportedly died in Owuelu Uratta, Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo State. The 22-year-old victim was allegedly tortured over accusations of stealing a power bank.

The heartbreaking event came to light through a video shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user @ChuksEricE. 

In the disturbing clip, the young man is seen tied to a wall while a man in a white shirt repeatedly beats him. Despite pleading for mercy and apologizing during the assault, the torture went on for several minutes.

The video has since gone viral, sparking anger and calls for justice from Nigerians online. Many are expressing shock that such brutality could occur over something as minor as a power bank.

According to the caption and reactions to the video, the young man reportedly died from the injuries sustained during the beating.

Here are some of the reactions from users on X:

@thealexisJnr: “You see Igbos. Very wicked and heartless than any other tribe in Nigeria.”

@areghan_g: “People with sense in Nigeria are not many.”

@Plug08066: “A whole lot of fools about to spend the rest of their life in prison.”

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@NwokeAkwaeze: “Normally we behave like animals. When you ask them now, they’re getting justice.”

@Tobicods: “But they would rather praise a corrupt politician and let him go scot-free instead. We deserve our leaders, to be honest.”

@Refactored: “These individuals should be arrested and charged. This barbarism must end.”

@justsociety4all: “I am not watching ooo. It will ruin the rest of my day. For an ordinary power bank! Everyone involved must be thrown into jail.”

@polo_gee91: “Crazy how Nigerians are still fighting over power banks in 2025. Ghana and other neighboring countries moved past this stage over 30 years ago.”

@omo_ola_eluku: “If it’s in Igbo land, that’s a normal thing… lives are cheap there. That’s why many run to other regions for peace of mind!”

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