Francis Dufugha
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the gruesome killing of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Julius Bello, allegedly by his son, Irobudo, in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State.
Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was the APC Ward Three Chairman in Fugar before his tragic death.
According to reports, the deceased was allegedly attacked with a sledgehammer by his son, who reportedly struck him on the head, leading to his death.
The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday, shortly after the suspect returned from Lagos over the weekend.
A family source disclosed that the suspect had allegedly been told by a prophet that his father was responsible for his persistent poverty and inability to make progress in life.
The source described the incident as a major tragedy, expressing sadness over the circumstances surrounding the death of the APC chieftain.
“This is a big tragedy. It is so sad that he killed his father over some prophecy. He is currently on the run. The family is mourning right now,” the source reportedly said.
Confirming the incident on Monday, the spokesperson for the Edo State Police Command, Eno Ikoedem, said the police had commenced an investigation into the killing.
She disclosed that the suspect was still at large, assuring that the circumstances surrounding the incident would be investigated.
“The police have commenced an investigation into the matter, and the suspect is currently at large,” she said.
The killing has raised concerns over the tragic circumstances surrounding the alleged attack, particularly the reported influence of spiritual claims on the suspect’s relationship with his father.
Meanwhile, the police are expected to intensify efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspect and establish the actual motive behind the killing.
The alleged prophecy has not been independently verified, and the police have yet to establish it as the motive for the attack.
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