The Ndiolumbe community in Isiala Ngwa South LGA, Abia State, is reeling after a man allegedly murdered his kinsman over claims of an extra-marital affair.
Mr. Ukaegbu Ogii was reportedly stabbed in the neck by Okwudili Mbama, also known as Nkume, who accused Ogii of engaging in a relationship with his wife, Mercy Mbama. The fatal attack has sparked fear and tension within the community.
A local source revealed that Mbama had previously assaulted Ogii, inflicting a head injury weeks ago over the same dispute, despite attempts at community mediation.
The suspect, originally from Umuota village in Ndiolumbe, fled the scene and remains at large. Residents have expressed shock and called for swift police action to restore calm.
Abia State Police confirmed the incident, noting that it was reported on April 5 by Mercy Mbama at Omoba Police Divisional Headquarters. DSP Maureen Chinaka, the Police Public Relations Officer, said detectives visited the crime scene and transferred the victim to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
“His body has been deposited at the morgue for autopsy and preservation, with efforts underway to apprehend the suspect,” DSP Chinaka stated. “Investigation is ongoing.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information on Mbama’s whereabouts to come forward, as the community remains on edge following the shocking act of violence.
