By Abiola Olawale
Tensions have significantly heightened in Anambra State following the distressing abduction of Hon. Justice Azuka, a lawmaker who serves the Onitsha North State Constituency at the Anambra State House of Assembly.
The incident was said to have unfolded when a group of suspected gunmen ambushed Azuka.
The development was also said to have sparked outrage and concern over the security situation in the state and the capacity of the state Governor, Prof Charles Soludo to manage the worsening security situation.
According to eyewitness account, the incident occurred around 9:45 pm on Tuesday along Igwunakpamkpa Road as the lawmaker was returning home.
Confirming the development, the Anambra state Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that operational plans have been activated to rescue the lawmaker and apprehend the perpetrators.
Ikenga disclosed: “The Anambra Police Command has activated operational plans for the potential rescue and arrest of the kidnappers of Mr Justice Azuka, Honourable State House of Assembly member representing Onitsha North Constituency.
“Preliminary reports indicate that he was abducted on 24/12/2024 at 9:20 pm along Ugwunapampa Road by unidentified individuals. The Command is already working on some clues to aid in his rescue.”
