Police finally identify officer behind shooting of musician Igbo-Jah

• The Enugu State Police have identified Inspector Joseph Ozonwanji as the officer who fatally shot popular Nigerian musician, Chikezie Mba, known as Igbo-Jah
• Governor Peter Mbah has ordered a thorough investigation, while Inspector Ozonwanji remains in custody pending the outcome
• Enugu’s Commissioner of Police, Kanayo Uzuegbu, visited Mba’s family, assured speedy justice and stressed that the Nigeria Police will hold erring officers accountable

Enugu State, Nigeria — The Enugu State Police Command has disclosed the identity of the Police Inspector involved in the fatal shooting of popular Nigerian musician, Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah.

This revelation comes amid public outrage following the tragic death of Mr Mba on Friday at the Anti-Cult Unit of the Police in Enugu.

Igbo-Jah fired by officer

According to PREMIUM TIMES, the incident took place during a police event where officers reportedly began discharging their firearms indiscriminately. Caught in the crossfire, Mr Mba suffered multiple gunshot wounds and succumbed to his injuries while being rushed to a nearby hospital.

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Police authorities initially described Mr Mba’s visit to the facility as “amicable” and claimed he was leaving the premises when Inspector Joseph Ozonwanji allegedly opened fire on him”for reasons yet to be determined.”

Enugu Police identify the officer

Although Ozonwanji’s name was not initially disclosed, Enugu State Police spokesperson, Daniel Ndukwe, Deputy Superintendent of Police, confirmed his identity in a statement released on Saturday evening.

Ndukwe added that Ozonwanji is now in custody and assured the public that the inspector “made to face the full weight of the law at the end of the investigation.”

The news of Mr Mba’s death has sent shockwaves through the Enugu community, prompting the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, to order an immediate investigation into the killing.

Legit.ng had reported that many fans of the murdered artist and concerned acquaintances have taken to the streets to protest his death.

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Governor Mbah’s government has emphasized that they will ensure transparency and justice throughout the investigation.

Enugu: Retired police officer declared wanted

Previously, Legit.ng reported that the Enugu State Police Command had wanted a retired officer and seven other suspects for alleged murder, terrorism, kidnapping and other crimes in the state.

The state police spokesperson, Ndukwe, revealed a 47-year-old retired police officer, Uche Asogwa, as a wanted man.

Source: Legit.ng