Chief Chireya nabbed for murder

GOKWE traditional leader, Chief Chireya has been arrested for allegedly killing his 72-year-old fellow clansman over  chieftainship.

Chief Chireya, born Henry Chidzivo, and his six alleged accomplices who include two police officers, briefly appeared at Nembudziya Magistrates Court on Monday and Tuesday.

They were remanded in custody pending referral of the case to the regional court.

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