The Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 43-year-old man in connection with a brutal murder that shocked a local community. The suspect, Amadin Williams, is accused of killing his childhood friend, Eghosa Osas, during a housewarming celebration.
Festivity Turns Fatal in Oben Community
According to police reports, the tragic incident occurred in the Oben community, located within the Ikpoba-Okah Local Government Area of Edo State. The victim, Eghosa Osas, was a 43-year-old man who had recently returned from abroad with his family for the Christmas holidays. He was attending a housewarming party when the attack took place.
Police spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the arrest on Sunday, December 28, 2025. She stated that the case was officially reported by the elder brother of the deceased. Initial investigations suggest that the victim was attacked when he stepped away to relieve himself.
Details of the Attack and Arrest
Ikoedem provided chilling details of the assault. She explained that the suspect, Amadin Williams, allegedly cornered Eghosa and inflicted a severe machete wound to his neck. This injury ultimately led to Osas's death. Following the violent act, Williams fled the Oben community, which immediately raised suspicions among residents about his involvement.
The police later tracked and captured the suspect in Benin City, where he was reportedly in hiding. His swift arrest followed a manhunt launched by the authorities. The police spokesperson emphasized that the motive for the killing is still unclear and forms a key part of the ongoing investigation.
Police Assurance and Next Steps
Eno Ikoedem assured the public that the suspect is currently in police custody. "The report of the murder of Eghosa is true, and the suspect, Amadin Williams, believed to be his childhood friend, is in custody. Investigation is ongoing, and the suspect will be charged to court as soon as the investigation is concluded," she stated definitively.
The case highlights a devastating breach of trust, turning a moment of homecoming and celebration into a scene of tragedy. The Edo State Police Command's prompt action in apprehending the suspect has brought a measure of relief to the concerned community, as they await the judicial process to unfold.
