In the wake of the brutal attack in Uga town, Aguata LGA of Anambra State, Peter Obi has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and urged the Federal Government to take decisive action against the rising insecurity in the region.
The incident, which resulted in the deaths of police officers and the abduction of several commuters, has sparked widespread concern.
Obi stated, “The disturbing reports of a tragic violent attack that occurred at Uga, in Anambra State, yesterday, 28 December, which claimed the lives of two policemen attached to my dear brother Chris Ubah, is a very sad one.”
He further revealed that the assailants also kidnapped some unidentified individuals and went on a rampage in Amesi Community in the same Aguata LGA, killing a vigilante named Chigbo Onuegbu (Akawo) and abducting another.
Expressing his dismay at the deteriorating state of security, Obi said, “It is sad that our society has degenerated to this level where violence has become a ready mode of expression. This recourse must not only be condemned but also combatted by the authorities. Every act of terror and violence must be condemned. We must not allow our society to lose the sense of sacredness of life.”
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He urged the government and all security agencies to intensify their efforts to curb the growing menace of insecurity in society. “The government and all security agencies, who are at the forefront of combating insecurity, need to make extra efforts to arrest this growing menace of insecurity in our society,” he added.
Obi extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of the policemen and the vigilante who lost their lives in the attack. He also expressed his sympathy towards his brother Chris Uba over the unfortunate incident. He concluded with a note of determination, saying, “We will win this war against insecurity and we will not rest until every Nigerian life is secure.”