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Burial of ESUT Staff Turns Tragic as Daughter, Guests Kidnapped in Enugu

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July 19, 2025

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What was meant to be a solemn farewell turned into a day of horror and grief for the family of late Dr. Mrs. Virginia Nnenna Onyeka, as her burial on Thursday, July 18, 2025, was marred by a series of coordinated kidnappings and a shooting incident, underscoring the worsening security situation in Enugu State.

Dr. Mrs. Onyeka, a senior staff member of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), was laid to rest in her hometown, Ibite Okpatu, Udi Local Government Area. However, tragedy struck around 7 a.m., when her daughter and some in-laws were ambushed and abducted by unknown gunmen while on their way to retrieve her body from the mortuary. The attack occurred near the boundary between Okpatu and Awhum, a location that has now drawn attention for its security vulnerability.

The situation escalated later that same day when another group of mourners, returning from the burial ceremony, were also kidnapped at the same spot. One individual reportedly sustained a gunshot wound during the initial ambush and is currently receiving treatment in a hospital. As of the time of this report, no contact has been established with the abductors, and the whereabouts of the victims remain unknown.

This is no longer just a criminal act; it is a complete breakdown of security in our communities,” said a local elder who pleaded for anonymity. “If mourners can no longer bury their dead in peace, then nowhere is safe anymore.”

Dr. Mrs. Nnenna Onyeka was remembered as a dedicated educator and mentor, whose contributions to academia left a lasting impact. Her sudden death, followed by these traumatic events, has plunged her family and the academic community into mourning and uncertainty.

As investigations continue, the Enugu State Police Command is yet to issue a formal statement on the incidents. Families of the victims, meanwhile, are appealing to the public for prayers and to authorities for swift intervention.

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EASTER: NKWONTA ENJOINS CONSTITUENTS AND NIGERIANS TO IMBIBE CHRIST-LIKE VIRTUES

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April 4, 2026

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The Member, representing Ukwa East/West Federal Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC), Hon. Chris Nkwonta, has enjoined his Constituents and Nigerians, to imbibe the virtues of sacrifice, forgiveness, hope, patience, humility and love for humanity as exemplified by Our Lord Jesus Christ, which is the real essence of Easter Celebration.

In a statement personally signed by the Legislator, he called on his Constituents and the Christian Community in Nigeria to demonstrate Christ-like virtues of love for humanity, hope for a better future, peaceful and harmonious disposition in their dealings with one another for a United Ukwa Federal Constituency and indeed Nigeria, where brotherly love reigns amongst Citizens.

He maintained that despite the prevailing temporary economic difficulties; there is light at the end of the tunnel and strong hope for a better, improved and secured economy within a short period of time.

Hon. Nkwonta, wished everyone a hitch free and joyous Easter Celebration.

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Rep. Nkwonta Facilitates With Constituents, Nigerians On Easter

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April 3, 2026

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Enjons Them To Imbibe Christ -Like Virtues

Hon. Nkwonta, wished everyone a hitch free and joyous Easter Celebration!

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Police, Lawyer Trade Tackles Over Killing Of Peace Moses By Hit-And-Run Convoy

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March 30, 2026

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The Rivers State Police Command has declared that the tragic death of a 26-year-old lady, Peace Moses, an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, was not reported in any of its divisions or units across the state.

Peace was knocked down last Monday evening by a convoy of about 15 fast-moving vehicles around Omega Junction along Ada-George Road in Port Harcourt.

She was returning from an evening service at her church, Love Channel Christian Centre, also located along Ada-George Road, when the tragic incident occurred.

Last Thursday, a candlelight procession was organised in her honour by her friends and neighbours.

Speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt yesterday, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Grace Iringe-Koko, a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), wondered why neighbours could not report the incident to the Police.

Iringe-Koko stated that even the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the Rumuepirikom Police Division was unaware of the tragic incident.

“Probably they didn’t report any such incident to the Police Station because the DPO in charge of that area is asking me where and when the incident occurred.

See, if they don’t report cases to the Police, how would the Police know? We are not magicians. I just spoke with the DPO, and she said she is not aware of anything like that.

“Somebody needs to report or anyhow, information needs to get through so that we too will get it,” she said.

But reacting to the claim by the Police, a human rights lawyer, Courage Nsirimovu, said that, with or without a report on the tragic incident, the Police are duty-bound to investigate the matter.

Nsirimovu said: “The duty of the Nigerian police is to secure lives and properties, and where a life has been lost in such grievous circumstances, the police have a duty to investigate the matter on the basis of their mandate and the public need to prevent such a menace to human life.

“The Police have a duty to investigate the matter, with or without a petition.”