Soludo Orders Manhunt For Killers Of Anambra Traditional Ruler

Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has condemned the killing of a traditional leader in the Umuoji community, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state, Mr. Silas Onyima by gunmen.

The deceased who till his death was the President General of his community was murdered on Friday in his home by gunmen, numbering about 15.

The governor, through his Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, said the murder was senseless and a confrontation to the peace and security his government is building.

He, however, mandated security agencies to swing into action and make sure that the perpetrators of the heinous crime are brought to book and called Anambra residents to remain calm and law-abiding.

He said: “We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Onyima, the Umuoji community, and the entire Idemili North Local Government Area.

“We call on all Anambra residents to remain calm and law-abiding as we continue to work together with security agencies to keep the perpetrators of violent crimes away from our communities and state.

“This senseless killing represents an affront to the peace and security we are collectively working to build in Anambra State, and Governor Soludo has vowed to ensure that the perpetrators of this dastardly act are brought to justice.

“Governor Soludo has directed the State security agencies to take immediate and decisive action to apprehend the culprits and ensure swift prosecution of those responsible to deter future recurrences,” Aburime stated.