Police arrest 22-year-old man over cult-related homicide in Imo

The Imo State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old suspect over a suspected cult-related homicide of 1 Nnamdi Okeke in Owerri.

Okeke, often known as Kilo, a printer and married father of 4, was murdered on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

The spokesperson for the command, DSP Okoye Henry, who disclosed this in a press release on Sunday, 18 October 2026 stated efforts are ongoing to apprehend one Anyima in reference to the incident.

“The Imo State Police Command has arrested Bright Adiene, 22, allegedly connection with the suspected cult-related murder of Mr. Okeke Nnamdi in Owerri, which was reported on 17 October 2026,” the assertion learn.

“The suspect is currently in police custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend one Anyima, who is also connected with the incident.

“Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine all these concerned.

“In response to the incident, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Audu Garba Bosso, psc(+), mnips, convened a strategic security meeting on 18 October 2026 with Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical Team Commanders to assess the security situation and strengthen operational strategies across the state.

“Following the assembly, operational commanders have been directed to accentuate intelligence-led operations, conduct focused raids on recognized felony hideouts, strengthen patrols in safety hotspots, and reply promptly to rising threats.

“The Commissioner also directed closer collaboration with community leaders, youth groups, and other stakeholders to improve intelligence gathering and prevent further violence.

“He urged dad and mom and guardians to watch their youngsters’s actions and associations, discourage involvement in cultism, and promptly report related info to safety companies. He warned that anybody discovered to be concerned in cult-related violence would face the complete penalties of the legislation.

“The Command urges residents to stay calm, vigilant, and law-abiding and to supply credible info that would help ongoing investigations and different safety operations.

“Members of the public are encouraged to report useful information to the nearest police station or call 0803 477 3600.”