Police arrest woman over alleged conspiracy in husband’s murder in Edo
Edo State Police Arrest Woman for Alleged Conspiracy in Husband’s Murder
BENIN CITY, Edo State — The Edo State Police Command has arrested a woman identified as Mrs. Juliana Bello in connection with the alleged murder of her husband, Chief Julius Bello Ogata. The arrest occurred following an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
Chief Ogata, who was reportedly killed on November 9, 2026, in Fugar, the administrative headquarters of Etsako Central Local Government Area, was allegedly attacked by his son. The principal suspect in the case remains at large.
Police Public Relations Officer ASP Eno Ikoedem announced the arrest during a press briefing on Sunday, November 15, 2026. Ikoedem stated that Mrs. Bello is suspected of conspiring with her son in the murder of her husband.
“She confessed to collaborating with her son and encouraging him to kill her husband,” Ikoedem said. “She even went as far as fortifying him with charms to ensure he succeeded in his mission. She has provided us with a confessional statement and is currently in custody.”
The police spokesperson confirmed that investigations are ongoing to locate the principal suspect, who fled the community after the incident. According to reports, the suspect, who resides in Lagos State, allegedly attacked his father with a hammer in his room. Sources indicate that the son’s visit to the area was prompted by a pastor’s prophecy, which suggested that his father was responsible for his misfortunes and lack of success in life.
Authorities continue to work diligently to apprehend the suspect and bring him to justice.
