Police Search for Son Who Allegedly Killed His Father in Edo

The Edo State Police Command confirmed on Monday that Julius Bello, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, was killed by his son, Irobudo.

Eno Ikoedem, the police spokesperson, said the suspect is still missing. She mentioned that investigation into the case has started.

“The police have commenced investigation into the matter, and the suspect is currently at large,” she said.

Julius Bello, known as De Lord Ogata, served as the Ward Three Chairman of the APC in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area. Reports say his son attacked him with a sledgehammer, hitting him on the head.

A family member shared that Irobudo returned from Lagos over the weekend and attacked his father on Sunday.

The family source explained that a prophet had told Irobudo that his father was the reason 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.