Anambra State’s Commissioner for Youths Development, Hon. Patrick Aghamba, and his wife have reportedly been abducted by unknown gunmen, while their aide, Mr. ABK Offiah, was tragically killed during the attack. The incident occurred as they were en route to Abuja, where they were to attend the wedding of the daughter of the state governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo.
The chilling incident unfolded on casting a shadow over the weekend celebrations in Anambra. Sources close to the commissioner revealed that the group was ambushed by heavily armed men, leading to the fatal shooting of Offiah, a trusted aide to Aghamba. The kidnappers then whisked away the commissioner and his wife to an undisclosed location.
As of now, there has been no official statement from the Anambra State Government or the police, but the attack has sent shockwaves through the political community, raising concerns about the security situation in the state.
The tragic event comes just days after the traditional wedding of Governor Soludo’s daughter, Adaora, which saw high-profile guests from across the country. The kidnapping is likely to cast a pall over the ongoing festivities.
Authorities are reportedly working round the clock to ensure the safe return of the commissioner and his wife. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest security agency.
