The Police in Enugu State said it has concluded the orderly trial of Inspector Ozonwanji Joseph who is suspected of having been involved in the killing of Ogene musician, Chikezie Nwamba, has been concluded.
Deputy Superintendent of Police Daniel Ndukwe, who is the Enugu Command spokesperson said the Inspector was found culpable and received the maximum penalty of dismissal.
Mr Ndukwe also noted that the inspector would be subsequently prosecuted in the court of law in line with the Police Act and Regulations 2020.
“Accordingly, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 13 (covering Anambra and Enugu States’ Commands), approved the orderly trial recommendations to dismiss and prosecute the Inspector in court. Hence, he has been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and was today, October 28, 2024, arraigned at the Enugu East Magistrate Court for the offence of murder.
The Chief Magistrate ordered the remand of the former officer in the Enugu Correctional Custodial Centre and the transmission of the case file to the Attorney General of Enugu State for further judicial action. The trial was adjourned to November 12, 2024,” Mr Ndukwe said.
He added that the state Commissioner of Police, Kanayo Uzuegbu, has extended his condolences to the family, friends, and associates of the deceased.
The CP also expressed gratitude to the government, the people of Enugu State, and the public for their support throughout the case.
Mr Kanayo reemphasised that the Nigeria Police Force remains a disciplined government agency.
He assured that under his leadership, the command will continue to hold all erring officers accountable for their actions.
