Anglican Churches Honour Police Crime-Fighter ‘Kill & Bury’ as Ambassador of Peace
By Kelechi Ugo
A senior officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Senior Inspector Chika Vincent Okebata, popularly known as “General Kill & Bury (GKB)”, has been honoured with a double award as Ambassador of Peace by Anglican churches in Izombe Clan, Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State.
The honour was conferred on Sunday, March 15, 2026, by the , Diocese on the Lake, through Emmanuel Anglican Church and Christ Anglican Church, both located in Izombe.
The award recognises Okebata’s humanitarian contributions, commitment to Christian service, and his sustained efforts in combating crime across oil-producing communities in the region.
The recognition follows another honour he recently received from the Imo State Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs and Intelligence, which presented him with an Award of Excellence last Wednesday at the State Secretariat Complex. During that event, stakeholders urged the Police Service Commission,PSC and Inspector-General of Police to consider his immediate promotion, citing his professionalism, intelligence, and proactive approach in tackling criminal activities.
Speaking during the ceremony, the Parish Priest of Christ Anglican Church, Rev. Walter Nwafor, said the recognition formed part of activities marking this year's mothering day celebration and was intended to encourage individuals who have distinguished themselves in service to God and humanity.
According to him, the church also uses the period to highlight exemplary leadership during the Christian season of temptation , a time devoted to spiritual reflection, fasting, and prayer.
“The period begins with Ash Wednesday , when ashes are placed on the foreheads of Christians as a symbol of penitence and spiritual renewal,” he explained.
“It is a time for deep reflection and repentance. Though it can be a period of temptation, it is also a time for believers to seek the face of God through prayer and fasting,” Rev. Nwafor added.
He noted that the season commemorates the biblical account of fasting for 40 days and nights before facing temptation.
The cleric commended Okebata for his role in restoring relative peace to several communities, including Oguta,Oru West, Ohaji /Egbema and other parts of Imo State.
He congratulated the award recipient and urged him to remain steadfast in his dedication to service and community development.
In his response, Inspector Okebata expressed gratitude to the churches for the recognition, describing the honour as both humbling and motivating.
He pledged to continue supporting initiatives that promote social welfare, peaceful coexistence, and Christian values in the society.
The police officer also recalled the personal sacrifices he has endured in the line of duty, revealing that he lost his parents and sibling during confrontations with criminal elements.
Despite the losses, he said he remains encouraged that security has improved in many communities.
“Today, our people can now sleep with their two eyes closed,” he said, reaffirming his commitment to sustaining the fight against crime and protecting lives and property in the region.
