The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with the abduction and murder of HRH Eze Francis Igwe, the traditional ruler of Ndufu‑Alike in Ikwo LGA and father of former Deputy Governor Dr. Kelechi Igwe.
The monarch was kidnapped on Sunday, March 1, 2026, while on his way to church and killed the next day.
Police first arrested two suspects who confessed and led officers to the hideout where his body was recovered.
A gun battle followed, resulting in the death of one kidnapper and the arrest of seven more.
A locally made pistol was also recovered.
Among those arrested is Simbad Victor Ogbuatu (also known as Sinbad Victor) who is allegedly the Publicity Secretary of the APC in Ebonyi State.
Among those arrested is Simbad Victor Ogbuatu (also known as Sinbad Victor) who is allegedly the Publicity Secretary of the APC in Ebonyi State.
Police traced him through a bank account used in the ransom process.
State Police spokesperson SP Joshua Ukandu confirmed the arrests and said the suspects will soon face prosecution.
Imagine kidnapping your people, your own monarch for money? These people have descended into the abyss because of money.
ReplyDeleteWhat is this?!
ReplyDeleteDon't waste tax payers money on them. Kill them all.
ReplyDeleteStraight up!!useless human beings.
DeleteYou nor fear, you kidnapped your king, for how much?
A not so smart thief
ReplyDeleteHave fun in prison
Good one.
ReplyDeleteRot in jail heartless souls
ReplyDeleteWicked souls 😔😔😔
ReplyDeleteLord have mercy!
ReplyDeleteSo because the Igwe has identified them,they killed him instead of flewing. May they rot in jail and their families banish from the village too.
ReplyDeleteWhat kind of thing is this? After the ransom why unalive him! What is all this?
ReplyDeleteThis shows the depth and level of wickedness and butresses the saying "who know Man dey kill Man " May they rot in jail !!!
ReplyDeleteThe things some people do for money hennn! Their judgement should just come quickly.
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