Edo APC chieftain killed by son; Son Sought by Police

The killing of an All Progressives Congress (APC) ward chairman in Edo State has prompted a police investigation after the politician was reportedly attacked at his home in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area.Edo APC chieftain killed by son

Julius Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was the APC Ward Three chairman in the community. According to reports published on November 9, 2026, he was allegedly killed by his son, identified in reports as Irobudo, who was said to have fled and remained at large when the incident was reported.

Edo State Police Command spokesperson Eno Ikoedem confirmed that the incident had been reported and that an investigation had commenced. Police were reported to be searching for the suspect.

Reports citing family sources said the suspect had returned from Lagos over the weekend and allegedly attacked his father on Sunday. The accounts stated that a sledgehammer was used in the assault.

The case has attracted particular attention because of reports about an alleged prophecy said to have influenced the suspect. A family source told reporters that the son had reportedly been told by a prophet that his father was responsible for his poverty and misfortunes.

That claim remains an allegation reported by sources and should not be treated as an established motive. The circumstances surrounding the killing, including what happened before the attack, require investigation by the relevant authorities.

Edo APC Chieftain Killed Amid Reports of Alleged Prophetic Claims

The reported circumstances have raised concerns about the consequences that can follow when serious accusations are made within families and accepted without evidence. However, the available reports do not independently establish what the suspect believed, what was said to him, or whether the alleged prophecy directly motivated the attack.

Relatives and members of the community were reported to be mourning Bello’s death as police worked to locate the suspect. The investigation is expected to establish the events leading up to the killing and gather evidence relevant to any criminal proceedings.

The case also highlights the importance of allowing law enforcement agencies to determine facts rather than relying on rumours or unverified accounts circulating through social media. Claims about spiritual influence, family disputes or alleged motives can spread quickly online, but they must be distinguished from evidence gathered by investigators.

As of the reports published on November 9, the suspect was said to be at large, and the police had confirmed that investigations were ongoing. Any further developments, including an arrest or formal charges, should be confirmed through official police statements or reliable news reporting.

Bello’s death has left his community facing a painful loss, while the unresolved questions surrounding the case make a thorough investigation essential. Until authorities establish the full circumstances, the allegations about the suspect and the reported prophecy must remain attributed claims rather than proven facts.

The writer of this article does not claim to know the individuals named personally. The information regarding their backgrounds as published on Global News Arena is based on independent online research.

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