The decomposing body of Hon. Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, has been discovered at the 2nd Niger Bridge by a combined security team. Azuka, a Labour Party (LP) chieftain, was kidnapped on December 24, 2024, while returning home on Ugwunaobankpa Road, Onitsha. His abduction came just days after a court reinstated him, overturning the victory of Hon. Douglas Egbuna of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
According to security sources, Azuka’s kidnappers were arrested late Wednesday night and led operatives to the site where they dumped his remains. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the Onitsha North Constituency, with condolences pouring in for his family and the Obi of Onitsha, Dr. Alfred Achebe.
Meanwhile, insecurity remains a pressing concern in Onitsha, as gunmen reportedly attempted another abduction along Awka Road just two nights ago. The Anambra State Police Command is yet to release an official statement on the matter.