Gunmen on the night of Tuesday, 24 December, 2024 abducted a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Justice Azuka.
It was gathered that the lawmaker, who represents Onitsha North Constituency in the House of Assembly, was attacked by gunmen along Ugwunapampa road in Onitsha, Anambra State, while returning home for the Christmas celebration.
Anambra Police Command Public Relations Officer, Ikenga Tochukwu, confirmed the development, adding that the command has activated operational plans for the rescue of the lawmaker.
“The report of the incident indicates that on December 24, 2024, at about 9:20 pm, while returning home along Ugwunapampa Road, he was abducted by unidentified persons.
“The command is working on leads to ensure his rescue and the arrest of those responsible. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses,” Ikenga said.
