‎Edo man arrested for allegedly killing childhood friend who returned from abroad at party

‎The Edo State Police Command has taken a man into custody in connection with the death of his childhood friend, who was reportedly killed during a home celebration in the state.
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‎According to police, 43-year-old Eghosa Osas — who had recently returned from abroad to spend the Christmas holidays with his family — was attacked and fatally injured while attending a house-warming party in Oben community of Orhionmwon Local Government Area.
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‎The Edo State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, said the victim excused himself during the gathering and was lured by his childhood friend, identified as Amadin William, into a nearby bush path where the fatal attack occurred. Osas reportedly sustained deep machete cuts to his neck and later died from his injuries.
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‎After the incident on December 22, 2025, the suspect initially fled but was tracked down and arrested in Benin City on December 27.
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‎The case was reported by the victim’s elder brother, and police have confirmed that the suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.
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‎ Authorities say William will be charged in court once the inquiry is completed.
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‎Local reaction to the killing was tense, with reports that angry youths in the community set the suspect’s house on fire in the aftermath.
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