The Nigerian police, has asked Gift Okpara, popularly known as 2Baba, the head of the Icelandic cult gang who was declared wanted, to come out and prove he was not responsible for the murder of Bako Angbashim in Odumuedie community, Ahoada East.
The spokesperson for the state police command, Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement on Wednesday, while responding to a voice note where the prime suspect denied involvement in the DPO’s death, explained that 2Baba is currently considered innocent until proven otherwise.
Iringe -Koko stresses that the force is committed to upholding principles of due process and are open to receiving any information that can aid in the ongoing investigation.
Koko further maintained that it is imperative for Gift David Okpara to cooperate with law enforcement.
The statement by Iringe Koko read,
“The Rivers State Police Command has taken note of a recent radio announcement in which Gift David Okpara, also known as 2Baba, a notorious cultist and murder suspect wanted in connection with the killing of Superintendent of Police, SP Bako Angbashim, former DPO of Ahoada Police Division in Rivers State, denied his involvement in the tragic incident.
While the police acknowledge the denial made by Gift David, it is important to emphasize that the principle of justice demands a fair hearing for all parties involved. The police understand the importance of listening to the other party, and it is crucial to note that everyone is considered innocent until proven otherwise.
“As such, the Rivers State Police Command urges Gift David Okpara, aka 2Baba, to come forward and submit himself to the authorities, providing the opportunity to present evidence that could support his claims of innocence. The police are committed to upholding the principles of due process and are open to receiving any information that can aid in the ongoing investigation. It is imperative for Gift David Okpara to cooperate with law enforcement to ensure a thorough and transparent resolution to this serious matter.”
Angbashim, a Superintendent of Police attached to the police command in Rivers, was killed on the 8th of September after his team ran into an ambush during an operation at Odiemudie community in Ahoada East local government area of the state.
Four suspected members of the cultist gang have been killed as operatives continue to hunt for the rest of the gang.
