A son, Irobudo, has allegedly killed his father, Julius Bello, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Edo State, with a sledgehammer following a purported prophecy, before fleeing the scene.
The Edo State Police Command confirmed the incident on Monday, saying the suspect was at large and an investigation had commenced.
The police spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this in a statement, adding that efforts were ongoing to investigate the killing.
“The police have commenced an investigation into the matter, and the suspect is currently at large,” she said.
Kano APC chairman freed after 68 days in kidnappers’ den
Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was the APC Ward Three Chairman in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area of the state.
According to a family source, the suspect returned home from Lagos at the weekend and allegedly attacked his father on Sunday, hitting him on the head with a sledgehammer.
The source claimed that Irobudo had been told by a prophet that his father was responsible for his poverty.
“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 said.
The police have yet to disclose further details of the incident as investigations continue.
- 2027: Kwankwaso promises inclusive government under Obi-led NDC - November 10, 2026
- Nigeria’s debt burden to consume 72% of revenue by 2030 – DMO - November 10, 2026
- INEC probes 54 officials over voter registration irregularities - November 10, 2026
