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Julius Bello, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Fugar, Etsako Central LGA of Edo State, has been allegedly killed by his son identified as Irobudo.
It was learnt that the suspect committed the act after a prophet told him his father was responsible for his poverty.
The deceased, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was Ward Three Chairman of the APC in Fugar.
Irobudo reportedly hit his father with a sledgehammer, causing his death.
According to witnesses, the suspect had returned from Lagos over the weekend and attacked his father on Sunday.
The suspect remains at large.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, ASP Eno Ikoedem confirmed the incident.
She said investigation is ongoing.
