By Damilare Adeleye
The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Justice Azuka, the lawmaker representing Onitsha North Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly.
Azuka was kidnapped on Tuesday night while returning home along Ugwunapampa Road in Inland Town, Onitsha, the state’s commercial hub.
Confirming the abduction, Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said efforts were underway to rescue the lawmaker and arrest his abductors.
Ikenga stated, “The Anambra Police Command has activated operational plans for the possible rescue and arrest of the kidnappers of Mr. Justice Azuka, Honourable State House of Assembly member representing Onitsha North Constituency.
“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.”
Azuka, who is a member of the Labour Party, had recently reclaimed his mandate after a court nullified the victory of Douglas Egbuna of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 election.
