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According to a statement by Ngige’s former media aide, Sir Fred Chukwuelobe, the former governor was not in the convoy at the time of the attack.
The convoy of former Anambra State Governor Chris Ngige was attacked today on the Nkpor–Nnobi Road in Idemili North Local Government Area, Daily Post reports.
According to a statement by Ngige’s former media aide, Sir Fred Chukwuelobe, the former governor was not in the convoy at the time of the attack.
However, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and his gun and uniform were taken by the suspected assailants, who were reportedly dressed in police and army uniforms.
Tragically, a woman recording the incident on her phone was fatally shot by the gunmen.
A shop owner who ran to the scene to investigate was also shot; he lost a significant amount of blood but is expected to undergo surgery soon to remove the bullets.
He is reported to be in stable condition and is expected to make a full recovery. The pilot car was riddled with bullets.
No police officers were k!lled. The escort leader who was shot has already undergone surgery and is expected to recover fully. The shop owner was fortunate, as none of the bullets lodged in his spine.
Chukwuelobe said, “I spoke with His Excellency, Dr. Ngige, who confirmed the attack and assured that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure adequate medical care for the injured.
“He also extended condolences to the family of the woman who was k!lled while recording the attack.”
The Anambra State Police have yet to release an official statement on the incident.
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