Joshua Ukandu, the police spokesperson in Ebonyi, said operatives had commenced an investigation for the possible arrest of the people behind the killing.
DSP Joshua Ukandu, the state police public relations officer, told journalists on Wednesday in Abakaliki that the incident occurred on Tuesday night.
“We urge the State Government and security agencies to investigate the matter and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice,” Mr Igboji said.
The police have urged the Muslim faithful to use the Eid-el-Maulud celebration to pray for sustainable peace and security in the nation.
Some armed men, suspected to be IPOB members, went to Okposi in Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state on Monday afternoon and shot sporadically.
She appealed for support and cooperation from residents, especially in the timely sharing of information and intelligence on crime.
The police command in Ebonyi says it killed three and arrested two suspected gunmen.
The Ebonyi Labour Party senatorial candidate and ex-lawmaker is being remanded for alleged conspiracy and murder.
When the SIB invited the Labour Party senatorial candidate “over the false allegations/petition, Okorie, in his characteristic pompous manner, refused vehemently to report.”
The 20-year-old mother sold the baby for N500,000 to one Elechi Ann Elechi, the owner of a local Maternity Home.
