Son Allegedly Kills Edo APC Ward Chairman Over Prophet’s Claim About His Misfortunes

An All Progressives Congress (APC) ward chairman in Edo State, Julius Bello, has reportedly been killed by his son, who allegedly blamed him for his misfortunes following a prophecy by a cleric.

Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was reportedly attacked with a sledgehammer by his son, identified as Irobudo, who allegedly struck him on the head on Sunday in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area of the state.

The deceased was the APC Ward Three Chairman in Fugar.

The incident reportedly happened shortly after the suspect returned from Lagos at the weekend.

Witnesses said the suspect allegedly attacked his father after a prophet purportedly told him that Bello was responsible for his poor circumstances and difficulties in life.

The prophecy was said to have influenced the suspect’s decision to attack his father, although the full circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.

The Edo State Police Command confirmed the killing, with its spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, disclosing that an investigation had commenced.

The suspect was reportedly still at large as of the time of filing this report.

Police investigations are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing and locate the fleeing suspect.

The incident has once again drawn attention to the potential consequences of dangerous allegations and unverified spiritual claims, particularly when they trigger violence within families.