Late Okechukwu Okoye
The man whose name was given as Nnahadi Michael, was arrested by special tactical teams.
His accomplice said to be a native doctor is still at large, but it was gathered that his shrine was destroyed.
The state Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mr Tochukwu Ikenga, however, said he was yet to confirm the arrest, which is circulating in the social media.
The suspect, who is already in custody, admitted during questioning to being part of the killer gang, saying that they killed three politicians, including the beheaded lawmaker.
“We first of all strip them naked so they can say the truth”, he said.
