Chinedum Elekwachi
Gunmen have reportedly killed a passerby and set vehicles ablaze during an attack on a town hall in Amesi, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The assault on Thursday night at ASCON Hall, began around midnight and left scenes of destruction that have rattled the local community.
Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the hall, burning at least three vehicles, 2 motorcycles and firing sporadically.
The deceased was identified as Nnaka Chinonso from Udo Village Akpo.
Reacting, an APC governorship aspirant, Valentine Ozigbo condemned the attack he described as a tragedy that strikes at the very heart of the community.
Ozigbo visited alongside the Area Commander and Divisional Police Offer in charge of the area.
He remarked, “My heart is heavy as I reflect on the tragedy that struck my beloved hometown, Amesi.
“A soul with dreams, a story, and a family cut down in an instant by the cruelty of insecurity that continues to haunt our land.”
While commending the bravery of security personnel who responded to the attack, Ozigbo called on Governor Chukwuma Soludo to intensify efforts to secure the state.
“Anambra is still bleeding. Our towns, our villages, our people still live under the shadow of fear.
“Suppressing news of attacks does not stop the violence. Artificial bandaids will not heal wounds that run deep.
“The blood of Ndi Anambra cries out. We must listen. And we must act,” he added.
