A police officer attached to the Anti-Cult Unit of the Enugu State Police Command, on Friday allegedly shot death a popular Ogene musician in Enugu, Okezie Chikezie Mba, stage named, Igbo Jah.
According to reports, Jah had attended an event at the Anti-Cult Office when policemen at the station started shooting indiscriminately.
It was, therefore, stated that the artist was hit by a bullet in the process.
The musician, it was learnt, was rushed to a nearby hospital where he was confirmed dead on arrival, an eyewitness said.
Reacting to the incident, the Commissioner of Police, Kanayo Uzuegbu stated that the police officer that carried out the shooting has been arrested.
This was disclosed by the spokesman of Police, Public Relation Officer, DSP Daniel Ndukwe. He said a Police Inspector serving in the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad of the Enugu State Police Command has been arrested.
“He has been detained for the alleged murder of a male traditional Ogene musician, Okezie Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah.
“The incident occurred around 8:10 p.m. on October 25, 2024, at the Tactical Squad’s Headquarters.
“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.
“The Commissioner of Police, 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 empathizes 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. This will be in line with the law to serve as a deterrent.
“CP Kanayo urges everyone connected to the victim to remain calm. And to cooperate with the police to ensure that justice is served.
source: Independent
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