Sam Okwuoha is accused of obstructing or hindering his deportation at Dublin Airport despite a signed order. Photograph: iStockA Nigerian man who says he is one of 10 identical brothers has pleaded not guilty to obstructing his deportation in the first prosecution of its kind in the State. He is accused of obstructing or hindering his deportation at Dublin Airport despite a signed order. The man, who had previously lived in Dublin, replied, “I am not the person” when charged and bail was denied. A barrister who earlier represented the accused said Okwuoha maintained he was not the person named in the charge.

Source: The Irish Times April 11, 2026 05:29 UTC