Enugu Erupts in Anger After Police Officer Kills Popular Musician Igbo Jah

| By Adejumo Adekunle –

Tension escalates in Enugu, the Coal City capital, following the fatal shooting of popular Ogene musician Igbo Jah by a police officer from the Anti-Cult Unit.

Angry youths have taken to the streets, igniting bonfires in the Obiagu and Asata areas to protest the incident. Reports indicate that Igbo Jah was shot on Friday night after attending an event at the Anti-Cult office.

He was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead on arrival. The Enugu State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement by spokesman DSP Daniel Ndukwe on Saturday.

Ndukwe stated that a police inspector from the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad has been arrested and detained for the alleged murder of Okezie Chikezie Mba, known as Igbo Jah. The shooting occurred around 8:10 p.m. on October 25, 2024, as the musician was leaving the Tactical Squad’s Headquarters.

The police officer fired his rifle under circumstances that are still under investigation. The musician’s body has been sent to the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

Commissioner of Police Kanayo Uzuegbu has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State CID to launch a thorough investigation to ensure prompt disciplinary action against the officer involved.

Uzuegbu expressed condolences to Igbo Jah’s family, friends, and fans, calling the incident unacceptable and assuring that justice will be served. He urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with authorities during the investigation.