The Nigerian Police has declared one Omoigui Francis Uyiosa, wanted for same-sex-related issues, an offense that attracts 14 years imprisonment in Nigeria.

According to the Police, Omoigui Francis Uyiosa was caught making love with his same-sex partner on the 18th of August, 2023,  at ISI Hotel, Benin City during a party, in the male toilet. They were caught by a cleaner in the hotel, who raised alarm.

They were brought out of the Hotel compound and the Hotel Manager called the police, while for the Police arrival, Omoigui escaped while his partner was arrested by the Police.

The Police said on the 21st of August 2023, they visited their house at No. 14, Ogiamien Lane, Off Sakponba Road, 2nd East Circular Road, Benin City, Edo State, but met his mother, who claimed to know nothing of his where about. The Police, however, declared him wanted for same-sex-related issues, while advising anyone with useful information that will lead to his arrest, to report to the nearest police station.