Decomposing body of abducted Anambra lawmaker found on Second Niger Bridge

The lifeless body of Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra state house of assembly, has been found on the Second Niger Bridge. 

Azuka was abducted and attacked by gunmen on Christmas eve as he made his way home for the festivities.

The kidnapping occurred along Ugwunapampa road in Onitsha, Anambra state.

In a statement on Thursday, Tochukwu Ikenga, police spokesperson in Anambra, said the legislator’s decomposing body was found at the new bridge. 

Ikenga added that the police command has launched a manhunt for the suspects involved in the crime.

“In the early hours of today, 6/2/2025 at the Second Niger Bridge, the joint security team comprising of police and AVG operatives on a mission to rescue abducted Hon. Azuka, state house of assembly member representing Onitsha North, regrettably found his lifeless body at the scene,” the statement reads.

“As soon as I get more details, I will keep you updated, as the joint security team has taken over the scene and operation is ongoing for the possible arrest of the suspects involved.”

Azuka was a member of the Labour Party (LP). In November 2023, the appeal court affirmed his election after removing a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmaker who was earlier declared winner of the poll.