How Man Stabs Father to Death Over Land Sale and What Pastor Did to Woman During Prayer Session
- The Imo State Police Command has arrested two suspects in separate criminal cases involving murder and rape in Orlu
- A 39-year-old man allegedly stabbed his father to death over a land sale dispute, while a pastor and his accomplice reportedly raped a young woman during a supposed prayer session
- Both cases have sparked concern over rising criminal activity, as police reaffirm their commitment to public safety and swift justice
The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 39-year-old man, Ifeanyi Odinka, for allegedly stabbing his father, Dennis Odinka, to death following a heated argument over the proceeds of a land sale in Orlu.
Police spokesperson Henry Okoye disclosed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday, noting that the incident occurred on 12th August 2025 in Amaifeke, Orlu, within the Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State. According to Okoye, the suspect confessed to the crime during interrogation.
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“Operatives of the Orlu Division, on 12th August, 2025, apprehended one Ifeanyi Odinka, ‘m’, 39 years, of Amaifeke Orlu, for stabbing his father, Dennis Odinka, ‘m’, 75 years, to death following a dispute over proceeds from a land sale. On interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime,” Okoye stated.
The police confirmed that Odinka has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Owerri for further investigation and prosecution.
Pastor arrested in Imo State for alleged rape during ‘special prayers’
In a separate incident, the Imo State Police Command reported the arrest of Pastor Ikenna Emmanuel, 32, of Authentic Power City Church, for allegedly raping a 20-year-old girl under the guise of conducting special prayers.
According to police spokesperson Henry Okoye, the pastor, who hails from Umuobom in Ideato South Local Government Area, was arrested alongside his accomplice, Franklin Chizoba. The duo allegedly lured the victim to Emmanuel’s residence on 30th June 2025, where she was drugged and sexually assaulted.
Okoye explained:
“The suspects, Pastor Ikenna Emmanuel, ‘m’, 32 years, of Umuobom, Ideato-South LGA, and in charge of Authentic Power City Church, and Franklin Chizoba, ‘m’, lured the victim to the pastor’s residence on June 30, 2025, under the pretext of offering prayers for her. On arrival, the pastor reportedly gave her a drink. Shortly afterwards, she became dizzy, after which both suspects had unlawful carnal knowledge of her.”
The police further revealed that both suspects confessed to the offence and admitted to engaging in homosexual acts. They were charged in court on Tuesday, 12th August 2025, and subsequently remanded at the Correctional Facility in Owerri pending trial.
Imo police reaffirm commitment to public safety
The Imo State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to combating crime and safeguarding residents across the state. In light of recent arrests, the command urged citizens to remain vigilant and law-abiding.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or contact the command directly via 0803 477 3600.
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Man stabs his lover to death
Legit.ng earlier reported that Raphael Effiong, an indigene of Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State is a driver in a telecommunications company in Lagos committed the crime in a hotel on the evening of Monday, July 28 after the duo had checked into the hotel on Yusuf Eleran Street, Ketu, Lagos.
Gift Sunday, a fashion Designer who lived on Fadiya Street, Ketu are of Lagos was said to have been attacked before by Effiong who later begged for her forgiveness prior to her death, a family member told Punch.
Source: Legit.ng
