ANAMBRA POLICE ACTION ON THE CULT CLASH THAT RESULTED IN THE FATAL INJURY OF FOUR PERSONS AT AFOR NAWFIA MARKET. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 ANAMBRA POLICE ACTION ON THE CULT CLASH THAT RESULTED IN THE FATAL INJURY OF FOUR PERSONS AT AFOR NAWFIA MARKET The Anambra State Police Command wishes to provide a comprehensive update on the cult-related attack that occurred on the evening of 7th December 2025 at Afor Nawfia Market, along the Onitsha–Awka Old Road. It will be recalled that operatives of the Command attached to the Special Anti-Cult Squad, Enugwu-Ukwu, had, four days earlier, acting on credible intelligence about a planned rival cult confrontation, arrested two dangerous suspects and recovered a firearm from them. The arrested suspects have been assisting the Police with valuable information aimed at preventing further cult-related violence within Awka and its environs. Despite these proactive efforts by the Command operatives, some members of the same gang, on the evening of 7th December 2025, operating in a black Lexus Jeep with registration number yet unknown, stormed Afor Nawfia Market and opened fire indiscr...

FOUR DEATHS TOO MANY. (PHOTO).


 FOUR DEATHS TOO MANY


Odunbaku Bacculala


It is with a heavy heart that I reflect on the painful reality before us. Just on the 27th of July, 2025, we joyfully witnessed the inauguration of newly elected Council Chairmen, Vice Chairmen, and Councillors across Lagos State. 


Sadly, in less than two months, the cold hands of death have taken away four of these vibrant leaders, all women, all dedicated to service.


1. Hon. Oluwakemi Rufai, Councillor, Ward C, Ibeju-Lekki, passed on 13th August, 2025 (just 17 days after inauguration).


2. Hon. Zainab Shotayo, Councillor, Ward C (Chief Whip), Odiolowo-Ojuwoye LCDA, passed on 18th August, 2025 (22 days after inauguration).


3. Princess Oluremi Nutayi Ajose, Vice Chairman, Badagry West LCDA, passed on 20th September, 2025 (55 days after inauguration).


4. Hon. Basirat Oluwakemi Mayabikan, Councillor, Ward F, Shomolu, passed on 21st September, 2025 (56 days after inauguration).


There are moments when words are too frail to carry the weight of grief, when silence speaks more eloquently than language ever could. The sorrow of losing such radiant and promising souls defies expression. For when death takes a loved one, what remains are memories, precious, tender, and eternal.


In less than sixty days, four shining lights have been dimmed. Four families are mourning. Four constituencies are grieving. And our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has lost pillars of promise and service.


This is indeed a moment of deep sadness, not just for their loved ones, but for all of us who believe in the future of grassroots leadership. 


Their dreams for their constituencies were cut short, but their courage and commitment will never be forgotten.


Yet, even in this season of grief, we must remain steadfast. Let these losses remind us of the fragility of life, the urgency of service, and the sacred responsibility we all share to carry forward the ideals they stood for. 


As a party and as a people, let us stand united, stronger, and more determined to honour their memories through purposeful leadership and unwavering dedication to our communities.


I pray that the Almighty comforts their families, strengthens their constituencies, and grants us the fortitude to bear these painful losses. 


May their gentle souls rest in perfect peace.

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