By Kamsi Anayo, Awka
Enugu Police Command has confirmed the murder of traditional Ogene musician, Okezie Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah by an Inspector serving in the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad.
Reports emerged that the Ogene artist was killed at the Tactical Squad’s Headquarters on Oct. 25, around 8:10 p.m.
However, relatives of the deceased said that four bullet holes were found on his body, indicating that it may not have been an accident.
A statement by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Daniel Ndukwe said; “the musician was reportedly leaving the Squad’s Headquarters after a friendly visit when, for reasons yet to be ascertained, the police officer fired his rifle, hitting the victim.
He was immediately rushed to the hospital, where he was confirmed dead by the attending doctor.
His body has been deposited in the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.”
Ndukwe added that “The Commissioner of Police, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, has ordered the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State CID to conduct a full-scale investigation that will facilitate prompt and appropriate disciplinary actions against the police officer.
“The Commissioner empathises and consoles the victim’s family, friends, and associates, describing the unfortunate incident as unacceptable.
“He assures that the police officer and anyone else found culpable will be sanctioned in line with the law to serve as a deterrent.
“CP Kanayo urges everyone connected to the victim to remain calm and cooperate with the police to ensure that justice is served.” (The Network)
Enugu Youths have hit the streets in protest of Police Brutality in Enugu state and the murder of Igbo Jah!
Last week was Smith
This week it’s Igbo Jah
Next week it might be any of us
Killing of Enugu youths by the police must stop! https://t.co/Jeunyo7Abp pic.twitter.com/AmcIyJWNHa
— Mighty Mohammed (@The__Vyrus) October 26, 2024
