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The police in Imo state, Tuesday said a 22-year-old boy was detained over alleged cult-related murder of a Nigerian man, Okeke Nnamdi.
The police spokesperson in Imo state, Henry Okoye, stated this in a statement.
Okoye, a deputy superintendent of police, identified the suspect as Bright Adiene.
The spokesperson said Nnamdi’s murder happened in Owerri and was reported on Saturday.
“The suspect is currently in police custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend one Anyima, who is also connected with the incident.
“Investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify all those involved,” he said.
Okoye added that in response to the incident, the Commissioner of Police in Imo state, Audu Bosso, convened a strategic security meeting on Sunday with area commanders, divisional police officers, and tactical Team Commanders.
The spokesperson said the commissioner met with the police chiefs to assess the security situation and strengthen operational strategies across the state.
“Following the meeting, operational commanders were directed to intensify intelligence-led operations, conduct targeted raids on identified criminal hideouts, strengthen patrols in security hotspots, and respond promptly to emerging threats,” he said.
The statement said Mr Bosso also directed police chiefs to work more closely with community leaders, youth groups, and other stakeholders to improve intelligence gathering and prevent further violence.
The commissioner urged parents and guardians to monitor their children’s activities and associations, discourage involvement in cultism, and promptly report relevant information to security agencies.
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