Heartbreaking: 15-Year-Old Boy B*urnt to D£ath This morning in kogi State for Stealing Armoured Cables (Photos)"

 In a deeply tragic and shocking event that has sparked outrage across Nigeria, a 15-year-old boy was reportedly burnt to death this morning in Kogi State for allegedly stealing armoured cables.

The heartbreaking incident occurred in the early hours of today, in a local community in Lokoja, the state capital. According to eyewitnesses, the young boy was caught by some residents who accused him of attempting to steal armoured electrical cables from a construction site. In a horrifying turn of events, instead of handing him over to the police, an angry mob took the law into their own hands.

Photos circulating on social media show a horrifying scene — the lifeless body of a teenager charred beyond recognition, surrounded by onlookers. The images are too graphic to share without warnings, and they have ignited serious debates about jungle justice and the value of human life in the country.

“Even if he was guilty, he didn’t deserve to die like that,” said a local resident who preferred to remain anonymous. “He was just a child. They should have called the authorities.”

This incident brings to light the growing menace of jungle justice in Nigeria — a deeply rooted societal issue where suspects are punished, often fatally, without fair trial or due process. Human rights organizations have long condemned such acts as barbaric and unconstitutional, calling for stronger law enforcement and civic education.

As of the time of this report, police authorities in Kogi State have yet to release an official statement. However, community leaders and youth advocates are urging the state government to launch a full investigation and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Social media has erupted in outrage, with thousands demanding justice for the young boy using hashtags like #JusticeForTheBoy and #EndJungleJustice.

This tragic incident is yet another reminder of the dangers of mob mentality and the urgent need for systemic reform to protect the lives and rights of all Nigerians — especially the youth, who are often the most vulnerable.