The Onitsha indigenous community is outraged over the Anambra State Command’s handling of Hon. Justice Azuka’s murder investigation, demanding transparency, accountability, and swift justice.
Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, was kidnapped on December 24, 2024, and his decaying body was found on February 6, 2025.
It was reported recently that seven out of nine suspects linked to the kidnapping and murder allegedly died from tetanus gunshots while in police custody.
Two other suspects escaped while accompanying police to arrest an accomplice.
At an emergency town hall meeting, the Onitsha community called on Inspector General of Police Dr. Kayode Egbetokun to take over the investigation from the State Command.
The meeting, attended by hundreds of indigenes, was presided over by His Majesty Nnaemeka Achebe, Obi of Onitsha.
The community’s outrage stems from conflicting statements issued by the State Government and Police regarding the withdrawal of N100 million from Azuka’s bank account and the escape of two suspects from police custody.
Chief Osita Anionwu, Ike Akatakwuani of Onitsha, expressed the community’s disappointment and sadness, saying, “We demand justice for Hon. Azuka and his family, and we will not rest until those responsible are brought to book.”
The community is also urging the Government of Anambra State to restore confidence in its security strategy and ensure justice is served speedily.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has vowed to ensure justice for the slain lawmaker
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