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US-based Nigerian track and field athlete Godson Oghenebrume is facing serious legal consequences in the United States after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm while admitted on a non-immigrant visa.
The 22-year-old athlete, who resides in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, entered his guilty plea before U.S. Chief Judge Shelly D. Dick. The case was officially announced by United States Attorney Kurt L. Wall in a statement from the Department of Justice on December 3, 2025.
According to the DOJ, Oghenebrume could face up to 15 years in federal prison, a $250,000 fine, three years of supervised release, and potential deportation after completing his sentence.
The charges stem from an incident that occurred on February 7, 2025, when Oghenebrume allegedly discharged a Glock 43X, 9mm pistol during an argument with his ex-girlfriend, who is also the mother of his infant child.
Multiple shots were reportedly fired when the disagreement continued inside his apartment, with another woman present during the altercation.
Officials detailed that Oghenebrume later smashed the woman’s phone and briefly took the baby, though the child was safely retrieved with the help of a third party.
Deputies arrived on the scene, and Oghenebrume allegedly attempted to walk away, discarding the firearm into nearby shrubs. He was quickly detained. During a post-Miranda interview, he admitted to firing the gun to scare his ex-girlfriend away.
The investigation involved multiple federal and local agencies, including Homeland Security Investigations, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. Assistant United States Attorneys Jeremy S. Johnson and Lyman E. Thornton III are prosecuting the case.
Officials stated that the incident is part of “Operation Take Back America,” a nationwide initiative aimed at combating violent crime, illegal immigration, and transnational criminal organizations.
Oghenebrume, who is the younger brother of Olympic bronze medalist Ese Brume, had been studying at Louisiana State University since 2021. Despite his promising athletic career, this legal setback poses significant challenges to both his personal life and professional trajectory.
The case has attracted attention online, with many Nigerians commenting on social media about the young athlete’s actions and the consequences of handling firearms recklessly while on a student visa.
Observers noted that such incidents serve as a cautionary tale for young people abroad about the importance of abiding by local laws and the dangers of impulsive behavior.
As the legal process continues, Oghenebrume faces the possibility of imprisonment, fines, and deportation, which could have lasting implications on his career and public image. His story is a stark reminder that even young, talented athletes can face severe consequences when personal decisions intersect with legal boundaries in a foreign country.
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