The Enugu state police command has released photos of the officer who allegedly killed male traditional Ogene musician, Okezie Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah.
According to the police, the musician was reportedly leaving the Squad’s Headquarters after a friendly visit when, for reasons yet to be ascertained, the police officer identified as Inspector Ozonwanji Joseph, fired his rifle, hitting the victim on October 25. The musician was immediately rushed to the hospital, where he was confirmed de@d by the attending doctor. His body has been deposited in the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
Meanwhile the state Commissioner of Police, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, in company of top officials of the State Government, today, October 26, 2024, visited the family of the deceased Ogene musician.
CP Kanayo reassured the family, relatives, friends, and good people of Enugu State that the ongoing investigation into the case will be concluded within record time and justice duly served.
The CP emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force remains a disciplined organisation where erring police officers are made to face the consequences of their actions to serve as deterrence to others. He restated his sympathy and empathy to everyone affected by the unfortunate and callous murder of the musician, urging all and sundry to keep faith with the police while justice is done to the case.
