By Peace Udugba
Tragedy has struck the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State following the alleged killing of its Ward Three Chairman in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area, Julius Bello, by his son.
Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was reportedly attacked with a sledgehammer at Iviegwe Quarters on Sunday, November 8, 2026, shortly after his son returned from Lagos.
The Edo State Police Command spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the incident, saying an investigation had commenced and the suspect was still at large.
Family sources reportedly linked the attack to allegations that the suspect had been told by a prophet that his father was responsible for his financial difficulties. However, the alleged motive has not been independently established by the police.
The incident has sparked shock and mourning in the Fugar community as security operatives intensify efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspect.
