The Chief Judge of Ebonyi State, Justice Elvis Ngene on Friday ordered the Nigeria Police Force, especially the state Commissioner of Police, Faleye
Olaleye to carry out a thorough and independent investigation on the murder of a traditional Ruler, HRH, Ezeogo Christopher Igboke Ewa.
Recall that Odoh, who is standing for election in the forthcoming governorship poll, was declared ‘wanted’ by the police in connection with alleged murder of Monarch, Ewa. Recall also, that the Late monarch, who doubles as the Chairman of Ezza traditional Rulers Council, was murdered penultimate Monday night at his palace by unknown assassins.
But Counsel to Prof. Odoh led by C.K. Okorie, challenged the jurisdiction of the court to hear the application.
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