A dead premature baby was discovered in a roadside drainage along Ogbuagu Street, Mile 3 Diobu, Port Harcourt, on Wednesday morning, shocking residents of the area.
Mr Ogechi Ehirim, landlord of the adjacent compound, made the grim discovery during his routine morning cleaning.
Ehirim said: “This morning, I came out to clean in front of my yard as I usually do. While sweeping, I saw what looked like a doll inside the gutter. Initially, I ignored it, thinking it was a toy.
“But someone later called my attention and insisted I take a closer look. When I did, I realised it was a human baby.”
Distressed by the discovery, Ehirim spoke of strange occurrences since buying the property.
“I am calling on the police and the public to help me find out who left the baby here. Since I bought this compound, I’ve not had peace.
“I don’t know what I did to deserve this. At night, cats cry near my window. Sometimes, I step out and see things I can’t explain,” he said.
Ehirim confirmed he reported the incident to the Nkpolu Police Division near the Rivers State University roundabout.
He appealed for help to identify the baby’s mother and bring closure to the matter.
“I didn’t do anything wrong by buying this property. I didn’t steal to own it. I’m pleading with everyone—please help me,” he added, visibly shaken.
Police are yet to issue an official statement, but an investigation is expected.
