By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Mr. Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly representing Onitsha North Constituency.
Azuka was reportedly kidnapped on Tuesday night, December 24, 2024, along Ugwunapampa Road in Onitsha while returning home.
In a statement, Police Public Relations Officer Tochukwu Ikenga revealed that the Command has “activated operational plans for the possible rescue and arrest of the kidnappers.”
According to Ikenga, Azuka was taken around 9:20 pm by unidentified gunmen, and the police are working on some leads to facilitate his rescue.
The incident has heightened concerns about the growing insecurity in the region, particularly the spate of kidnappings targeting public figures. Residents of Onitsha have expressed fear over the safety of the area, calling for increased security measures. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and cooperate by providing any information that could assist in locating the lawmaker and apprehending the perpetrators. As the investigation continues, the Anambra State Government has yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
This abduction marks another troubling development in the ongoing battle against insecurity in Nigeria, further underscoring the need for robust measures to protect citizens and public officials