A tragic incident unfolded in Nnewi, Anambra State, on Tuesday evening, resulting in the death of a woman identified as Chiamaka Okeke. The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed that the incident involved an operative of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s Agunechemba security outfit, popularly known as Operation Udo Ga-Achi.
According to eyewitness accounts, the security operative shot Chiamaka dead at Ibeto Junction in Nnewi while attempting to clear a traffic gridlock to make way for their security convoy. The junction is known for frequent traffic congestion, and the security operatives’ convoy was caught up in the gridlock. In their attempts to clear the way, the security operatives started firing gunshots, resulting in Chiamaka’s death.
The Anambra State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga. According to Ikenga, the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has assured that the Command is already in contact with the security outfit to identify the suspect and ensure justice is served. The police commissioner has called for calm, and investigations are currently ongoing.
The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, April 15, 2025, at Ibeto Junction, Nnewi North Local Government Area of the state. The police spokesperson described the incident as “regrettable” and stated that the security operative was “trigger-happy.” The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and to ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice.
The police commissioner has appealed for calm, assuring the public that investigations are ongoing and further developments would be communicated. The police command is working to identify the suspect and ensure that justice is served in this tragic incident.
The Agunechemba security outfit, popularly known as Operation Udo Ga-Achi, is a security agency established by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to enhance security in Anambra State. However, this incident raises concerns about the conduct of security operatives and the need for accountability.
The police command will continue to investigate the incident and work with the security outfit to identify the suspect. The case highlights the importance of security operatives adhering to protocols and respecting human life. The outcome of the investigation will determine the next course of action.
The tragic incident in Nnewi highlights the need for security operatives to exercise caution and respect human life. The police command’s prompt response and assurance of investigation are steps in the right direction. The public awaits further developments in this case.
