SP Tochukwu Ikenga
The Anambra State Police Command has rearrested one Ikemefuna Ossai, said to be a suspect in the kidnapping and gruesome murder of the late Hon. Justice Azuka, the member representing Onitsha 1 Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly.
In a release issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Tochukwu Ikenga (Superintendent of Police) the suspect was re-arrested following an intelligence-led operation.
The suspect, who had previously escaped custody, was tracked across multiple States within Nigeria and even into a neighbouring West African country.
He was eventually apprehended on May 7, 2025 in Asaba, Delta State, according to the release.
“Upon sighting the operatives, the suspect attempted to escape arrest but was swiftly subdued and sustained a gunshot wound to the leg in the process.
“The Police Command in its continued commitment to transparency and accountability, has briefed relevant stakeholders including the family of the late lawmaker and the leadership of the Anambra State House of Assembly.
“During the engagement, the Commissioner of Police acknowledged and expressed regret over the operational lapses that led to the suspect’s earlier escape.
“Further to this development, actionable intelligence obtained from the suspect is currently aiding ongoing operations. The Command has intensified efforts to apprehend the remaining fugitive and dismantle the criminal network responsible for this heinous crime.
“The Anambra State Police Command reiterates its unwavering resolve to bring all perpetrators to justice and ensure the safety and security of Ndi Anambra, “the release concluded.
