NYSC Member Okebaram Chimaroke’s Body Recovered from Nembe Creek
A 27-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Okebaram Stanley Chimaroke, has been declared missing and later recovered dead in Bayelsa State. Chimaroke, a civil engineering graduate from Federal Polytechnic Nekede, was reportedly last seen at about 8:00 p.m. on July 24, 2026. His disappearance attracted media attention as fellow corps members reported his absence by 8:40 p.m. the same day.
The Bayelsa State Police Command had launched a search operation in Nembe Creek, about 45 minutes from Nembe Divisional Headquarters. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the case was reported to the police on July 25, with the corps member's mobile lines proving unresponsive.
Okebaram Chimaroke served in Nembe Local Government Area and was formerly the president of the Students’ Union Government at Federal Polytechnic Nekede. His body was recovered from a body of water, leaving questions about precisely what happened to him.The Search & Police Investigation
Beyond his disappearance, local sources suggested Okebaram might have been attacked by unidentified assailants before going missing. However, as of the time this report goes live, Bayelsa State Police Command has not officially released further details on the cause of death or recovery operation.
Nembe Creek in Nembe community, Bayelsa state, served as a focal point for the search efforts. Local reports hinted at potential foul play but no conclusive information was available regarding the circumstances leading to the 27-year-old’s final moments.Frequently Asked Questions
When did Okebaram Chimaroke go missing?
Okebaram Chimaroke went missing at about 8:00 p.m. on July 24, 2026, while serving in Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
What triggered the search operation for Okebaram?
The search operation was launched after fellow corps member Aribisola Bisi Isaac reported that Okebaram’s mobile communications had ceased by 8:40 p.m. on July 25, 2026.