Christopher Ashibi, a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) officer, died on 11th April 2026 after being struck by a vehicle in the convoy of the Governor of Cross River State along Murtala Mohammed Highway near the New State Secretariat in Calabar. His wife, Deborah Ashibi, said he was walking by the roadside when the incident occurred and was not attempting to cross the road. She stated that her husband was still breathing after the impact but was left unattended for some time before help arrived, by which point he had died. The body was taken to a mortuary in Obanliku, Ashibi's hometown. Deborah Ashibi, who is unemployed, appealed for government support, asking, "How do I cater for my children?" and requesting employment assistance to care for their four children, aged between six and 19. Their eldest son, Shedrack Ashibi, described the officer as the sole provider, saying the family is now devastated. Colleagues described Ashibi as diligent and committed in his role at a government-linked office in the state. The family confirmed he leaves behind a wife and four children, now facing severe financial hardship. Erasmus Ekpang, Commissioner for Information in Cross River State, told NAN that an investigation would be conducted. As of the latest report, no official statement had been issued by the state government or relevant authorities. NSCDC Command spokesperson Kinini Iyeme said he would provide a statement to Converseer but had not done so at the time of reporting.
A state governor's convoy is alleged to have struck and killed a uniformed security officer, then left him unattended on a public road. The victim's family now faces destitution, with no immediate response from the state government despite public appeals. If the convoy's vehicle was acting under official authority, the delay in accountability raises serious concerns about conduct and responsibility at the highest level. The promised investigation must clarify whether this was a tragic accident or a failure of duty.
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