Abdul Kpaka to Resume Testimony in Sia’s Murder Trial: Denies Obstruction of Justice

Abdul Kpaka to Resume Testimony in Sia’s Murder Trial: Denies Obstruction of Justice

Abdul Kpaka is scheduled to return to the witness stand on March 18, 2026, as part of the ongoing defense in the murder trial concerning his late girlfriend, Sia Fatu Kamara. Kpaka, who has remained in custody for approximately eighteen months since his initial arrest, consistently denies any involvement in Kamara’s death. He asserts that the circumstances surrounding her passing remain unproven and that the prosecution has failed to establish a clear cause of death.

This upcoming appearance marks his second session as a defense witness, following his testimony on March 11, 2026. During the previous proceedings, Kpaka characterized his eight-year relationship with Kamara as stable and peaceful. He provided a detailed account of the events leading up to her death, including her stay at his residence in Mambo Village and her preparations for an upcoming trip to the United States.

According to Kpaka’s testimony, Kamara stayed at his home on August 11 and 12, 2024. During this time, they finalized travel arrangements for her September departure, including visits to a travel agency and her residence at Metchem. Kpaka stated that he assisted her with these preparations and that their interactions were routine and supportive.

Kpaka recounted that early the following morning, he discovered Kamara experiencing acute respiratory distress. He testified that he immediately attempted to administer first aid—believing she was choking—and contacted a neighbor, Nurse Umu, for medical advice. Following the nurse's guidance, he transported Kamara to the emergency hospital.

Upon arrival at the hospital, Kpaka alleged that Kamara was left unattended for a period of time, despite his repeated requests for medical intervention. Shortly thereafter, hospital staff informed him that she had passed away and advised that her body be moved to the mortuary. Kamara’s sister, Christiana, arrived soon after the pronouncement. Kpaka noted that the family initially requested the body be taken to their family home in Metchem for religious observances.

During a prayer session at the family residence, Kpaka received a call from Kamara’s brother in the United States, who expressed concerns regarding the nature of her death and suggested that a postmortem examination was necessary. The situation escalated when local officials advised the family to return the body to the mortuary for formal investigation. Kpaka further alleged that suspicious behavior by certain family members during the funeral arrangements indicated potential misconduct or a coordinated effort to implicate him.

Kpaka was subsequently arrested at his family home in Goderich. He claimed that during the arrest, police seized several mobile devices that have not been returned, despite a standing court order. He has remained in remand custody since the day of Kamara’s funeral.

The defense team has highlighted several procedural concerns, including the limited retention of hospital CCTV footage—allegedly kept for only 20 days—and the continued withholding of the defendant's property by the police. The court proceedings are set to continue as both parties present further evidence in this high-profile matter.