Following the tragic shooting death of musician Chikezie Nwamba a.k.a Igbo-Jah at a police event last week, the Enugu State Police Command said Sunday, investigation has been concluded and the officer involved would be made to face the wrath of the law.
Igbo-Jah was fatally shot as he was leaving the Enugu Police Anti-Cult Tactical Squad’s Headquarters Friday, October 25, 2024, he visited for an event. The officer involved in the shooting was identified as Ozonwanji Joseph, who was attached to the command’s Anti-Cult Tactical Squad (ACTS) unit.
Enugu police spokesperson Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement: “Following the tragic and unwarranted shooting and killing of Enugu-based Ogene musician, Chikezie Okezie Nwamba, also known as Igbo-Jah, the Enugu State Command’s Criminal Investigation Department (State CID) has concluded its investigation into the incident.
“Consequently, the orderly room trial of the implicated Police Inspector, Ozonwanji Joseph, has commenced. This trial will facilitate the next course of action in accordance with the Nigeria Police Force’s disciplinary procedures.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the officer in charge of the tactical squad, SP Ekeleme Chidobe, to enable a comprehensive review of the squad’s operations.
“CP Kanayo reaffirms his commitment to ensuring that justice is done in this case and to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism among all police officers in the state.”
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