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APC chieftain killed in Edo

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Julius Bello, a Ward 3 Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Fugar, Estako Central Local Government Area of Edo State, has reportedly been murdered.

The deceased, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was allegedly killed by his son, who is at large.

The son reportedly hacked his father to death by using a sledgehammer to hit him on the head.

Witnesses said the suspect returned home from Lagos at the weekend and attacked his father on Sunday

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Family sources said the suspect was reportedly told by some prophets that his father was responsible for his being poor.

The Edo State Police Command spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem confirmed the incident, and said investigation has commenced.

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