The Labour Party (LP) Caucus of the Federal House of Representatives has expressed displeasure over the murder of a member of the party, Hon. Justice Azuka, who was representing Onitsha North 1constituency in Anambra State House of Assembly before been murdered by kidnappers.

Azuka, abducted on Christmas eve, November 24, 2024 at about 9pm in Ugwunakpamkpa area of Onitsha while returning home for Christmas, was murdered with his decomposing body dumped at Onitsha 2nd Niger Bridge where it was recovered by joint security network on Wednesday, February 5.

The LP House of Representatives Caucus leader and member representing Ogbaru Federal Constituency of Anambra state, Hon Afam Victor Ogene in a statement described the incident as “horrendous, heart-rending and a big blow to the Labour Party and the legislature.”

The LP caucus leader had earlier in January called on the Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo to take urgent and decisive action to secure the release of the abducted state lawmaker and also address the growing insecurity in the state, which according to him “has become notorious for kidnappings and killings”.  

The Rep members expressed their heartfelt condolences to the family of the late lawmaker, especially his young wife and children, who have been thrown into deep sorrow as a result of this dastardly act of great wickedness by criminals.

“The horrific experiences of kidnapping survivors in Anambra underscore the dire need for improved security in the state. The government’s primary responsibility is to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens, as well as protect their property. 

“It is imperative that the government takes decisive action to reclaim control from criminal gangs and restore confidence among the people. Only two days ago, a serving local government chairman had his car riddled with bullets, in a daring kidnap attempt in Onitsha – a development which reinforces the dire need to further prioritise security,” the statement added.