The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has launched a manhunt for alleged gay couple, Osondu Michael and Chidiebere Ezewusim.
The suspects were said to have narrowly escaped a mob attack in Mgbidi, Oru West Local Government Area of Imo State, Sunday evening, after their alleged secret relationship was exposed by the youths.
According to reports, the incident occurred at a hotel in the Ugbele area of the community, where the two adults had lodged.
Sources revealed that the youths, suspicious of their behaviour, had been monitoring them for a while.
According to witness, the youths had confronted them on several occasions and had been quietly observing their movements.
“On Sunday, the youths tracked the two men to a hotel in Ugbele, where they discovered them in the act of a sexual encounter and attacked them”, the source stated.
The Imo State Police Command confirmed the details of the incident and declared the suspects wanted.
Police spokesperson, Mr. Michael Abattam, reminded residents that homosexuality and other LGBT activities remained illegal in the country.
“We want to remind residents of Imo State that gay and homosexual activities are still illegal in Nigeria.
“The police, in conjunction with the youth and local vigilante groups, have commenced efforts to locate the suspects, Osondu Michael and Chidiebere Ezewusim, and bring them to justice.
“We urge well-meaning citizens to cooperate with the police by providing useful information that will lead to the swift arrest of the fugitives”, the police spokesperson stated.
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