The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has announced a ₦10 million reward for anyone who provides credible information leading to the arrest of the killers of Hon. Okechukwu Okoye, member representing Aguata II Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, and his aide, Mr. Cyril Chiegboka.
Hon. Okoye and his aide were kidnapped last week, and on Saturday night, his severed head was discovered along the Nnobi–Ojoto road.
Official Statement from Soludo
In a statement issued by his Press Secretary, Mr. Christian Aburime, Governor Soludo described the murder as “gruesome, heartless, and barbaric.” He noted that it was likely carried out by the same criminal gang that attacked him at Isuofia two years ago, killing three policemen.
“Governor Soludo condoles with his kinsmen of Isuofia and vows that these criminals will never cow down Isuofia or Anambra State,” the statement read.
₦10 Million Reward Announced
The governor, still in shock over the killings, assured that the perpetrators and all criminal elements operating in the state would be brought to justice.
He further announced a ₦10 million bounty for anyone or group that could provide valuable information leading to the immediate arrest of the killers.
War Against Criminality in Anambra
Governor Soludo reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working with security agencies to rid the state of criminal elements.
“Anambra will soon be a hell for these criminals. Anambra will win against the forces of darkness,” Soludo declared, urging Ndi Anambra to brace up for an all-out war against criminals.
