A shocking incident has reportedly occurred in Edo State, where an All Progressives Congress (APC) Ward Chairman, identified as Julius Bello, has allegedly been killed by his own son amid claims of growing frustration over Nigeria’s worsening economic hardship.
Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was reportedly the APC Ward Three Chairman in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State.
Reports indicate that his son, identified as Irobudo, allegedly attacked him with a sledgehammer, inflicting fatal injuries to his head.
The incident has generated shock and widespread reactions, particularly because of claims circulating that the disagreement was connected to the father’s political support for President Bola Tinubu despite the economic difficulties confronting millions of Nigerians.
However, the alleged political motive has not been independently established. Earlier reports attributed the incident to claims surrounding the son’s financial struggles and alleged spiritual accusations against his father.
The Edo State Police Command has reportedly confirmed the killing and disclosed that investigations are underway, with the suspect said to be at large.
The tragedy has once again drawn attention to the growing social pressures confronting Nigerian households amid rising living costs, unemployment and economic uncertainty.
While the circumstances surrounding the killing remain under investigation, authorities must establish the actual motive and ensure that anyone responsible is brought to justice.
