Dare Babalola
The President-General of Ogidi community in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Ikwuka Okoye, also known as Anumili, has been killed by unidentified gunmen believed to be cultists.
The incident happened late Friday, allegedly carried out by a rival cult group in revenge for their leader’s death, who was arrested and killed by local security operatives.
A second individual, whose identity has not been ascertained, was also fatally shot during the incident at School Field, Ogidi.
The spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident in a press statement on Saturday.
Ikenga said the incident is allegedly linked to the recent capture and killing of a known notorious cultist within the community.
He said, “The Anambra State Police Command regrets the murder of the President-General of the Ogidi community and one other person. The incident, which occurred on the evening of February 6, 2026, at the School Field, Ogidi, is allegedly linked to the recent capture and killing of a known notorious cultist within the community.
“Following the report, police operatives swiftly took over the scene of the incident and commenced investigations. The command is currently working with eyewitness accounts and other available intelligence to identify and arrest the perpetrators.
“The Anambra State Police Command assures members of the public that all efforts are being intensified to bring those responsible to justice.
“Residents are urged to remain calm and cooperate with the police as investigations continue.
“Further developments will be communicated in due course.”
