A violent confrontation over family property has ended in tragedy in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. Onyedika Okpala, 37, was allegedly murdered by two of his brothers on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, following a heated argument regarding their father’s inheritance.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred at approximately 4:50 p.m. in Umunkwo Village, Ula, Ekwulobia. According to reports from security expert Zagazola Makama and local sources, the dispute escalated into physical violence when the suspects, identified as Okwudili Okpala and Chigbo Okpala, allegedly attacked their brother with machetes.
The victim sustained catastrophic injuries to his head during the assault. Witnesses stated that Onyedika bled profusely and collapsed unconscious at the scene before neighbors or family members could intervene.
Discovery and Emergency Response
The victim’s sister raised the alarm and contacted the local police. While security operatives responded swiftly to the distress call, the two suspects had already fled the area before their arrival.
Onyedika was evacuated to the General Hospital in Ekwulobia. However, the medical doctor on duty confirmed him dead on arrival. His remains have been deposited in the hospital morgue pending an autopsy.
The Motive: Property Sharing Rights
Family sources indicate that the brothers had been involved in a long-standing and increasingly bitter disagreement over the sharing of property and inheritance rights. Wednesday’s argument turned fatal when the suspects allegedly resorted to using weapons to settle the administrative dispute.
Ongoing Investigation and Manhunt
The Anambra State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the murder.
- Status of Suspects: Okwudili and Chigbo Okpala remain at large.
- Police Action: Efforts are being intensified to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects.
- Official Statement: Authorities have urged members of the public with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects to come forward to ensure justice is served.
This incident has left the Umunkwo community in shock, highlighting the extreme nature of domestic violence often triggered by inheritance disputes in the region.
Source: Punch Metro
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