Lawyer Arrested Over Masquerade Shooting in Rivers State

The Rivers State Police Command arrested a lawyer, Barrister Akpudi Ikechukwu, following a shooting incident during a masquerade display in Omoku. The clash between youths and the lawyer, identified as an official of the Nigeria Forest Guard, led to one fatality and eight injuries.

The incident occurred on a Monday, prompting the police to initiate investigations and assure the public of bringing the culprits to justice.