By Nurat Uthman
The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah has mourned the untimely death of popular Enugu musician, Okezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo Jah.
A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, Enugu State Command, State Headquarters, Enugu. DSP Daniel Ndukwe said the musician was reportedly leaving the Squad’s Headquarters after a friendly visit, when, for reasons yet to be ascertained, a police officer fired his rifle, hitting the victim.
According to the statement, the incident occurred around 8:10 p.m. on October 25, 2024, at the Tactical Squad’s Headquarters.
The officer who is a member of the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad of the Enugu State Police Command has since been arrested and detained.
In a statement on Saturday, the governor described the incident as “unfortunate”.
“The unfortunate death of popular Ogene musician, Igbo Jah
“I received with a deep sense of grief the untimely death of Okezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo Jah, under a very sad circumstance. It is a huge loss for us as Ndigbo in general and Ndi Enugu in particular.
“He was one of the Enugu and Igbo talents, who continued to popularise the Igbo culture through their Ogene music.
“I have been briefed by the police and I have equally ordered a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure justice for him, his family, and fans around the world.
“On behalf of Ndi Enugu, I also send my heartfelt condolences to his family and fans. May God grant his soul eternal repose,” the statement said.
