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 This is contained in a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, <strong>DSP Daniel Ndukwe</strong>, on Saturday in Enugu.
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 Ndukwe said that the incident occurred around 8:10 p.m. on Oct. 25, at the Tactical Squad’s Headquarters, Enugu.
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 Igbo-Jah was known for his Ogene (traditional) lyrics.
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 According to him, the musician was reportedly leaving the Squad’s Headquarters after a visit when, for reasons yet to be ascertained, the police officer allegedly fired his rifle, hitting the victim.
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 Ndukwe was immediately rushed to the hospital where he was confirmed dead. His body has been deposited in the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
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 Ndukwe quoted the Commissioner of Police, <strong>Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu</strong>, as directing the State Criminal Investigation Department to conduct a full-scale investigation into the circumstances that led to the incident.
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 Uzuegbu also ordered the department to facilitate prompt and appropriate disciplinary actions against the police officer.
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 The Commissioner empathised and consoled the victim’s family, friends and associates, describing the unfortunate incident as unacceptable.
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 He said that the police officer and anyone else found culpable would be sanctioned in line with the law to serve as a deterrent.
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 He urged everyone related to the victim to remain calm and cooperate with the police to ensure that justice was served.
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