May 14, 2026

Okay! Here is why #JusticeForStephen is trending on Twitter

By Damilola A.

Why is #JusticeForStephen Trending?

Nigerians on Twitter are reacting to the killing of Stephen Urueye allegedly by armed thugs at Idi Araba area of Lagos State.

Who is Stephen Urueye?

Stephen Urueye, is a medical doctor said to be working with the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), was one of the graduates from University of Lagos (UNILAG) who participated in the school’s convocation held on Wednesday in Akoka.

According to reports, Stephen was attacked by suspected thugs on Thursday night and was rushed to LUTH where he later died.

Nigerians on Twitter reacting to Stephen’s death

Following the news of his death, sympathisers took to Twitter to pay tributes to him and demand justice for the victim.

They also condoled with his family while others shared their experience in the area where Stephen was attacked.

Here are some reactions from Twitter;

https://twitter.com/BettyDemi1/status/1114126173708091392

https://twitter.com/YemisiIkumelo/status/1114125245336760320

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