A 72-year-old All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, identified as Julius Bello, was allegedly murdered by his son, John Bello, in Fugar, located in the Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State. The incident took place on November 8, 2026, with reports indicating that John, aged 52, attacked his father with a sledgehammer.
Authorities confirmed that following the assault, the elder Bello was found in critical condition and was rushed to a local hospital. It was there that he managed to name his son as his assailant before succumbing to his injuries.
Witnesses reported that John Bello had returned from Lagos shortly before the incident. It was suggested that his mother had called him back home, although details regarding the motive for the attack remain unclear.
The local community reacted strongly to the incident, with some residents attempting to take matters into their own hands by targeting the suspect’s mother, blaming her for the events that transpired. However, police intervened to ensure her safety.
The Edo State Police Command has launched an investigation to apprehend John Bello, who is reported to be fleeing. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the ongoing inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
