US EditionGunmen Kill Lawyer, One Other in South-East Nigeria
- Gunmen killed a lawyer named Ifeanyi Rolex Iloakasia and his client on May 15, 2025, in Egbebelu village, Nanka, Anambra State.
- The attack occurred while they were returning from High Court II, Ekwulobia, after the lawyer secured bail for a defendant involved in a pending murder case.
- The assailants, riding a motorcycle, trailed the victims and double-crossed them before opening fire, killing two instantly and injuring another who escaped and is receiving treatment.
- Police spokesman SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated that the red Toyota Camry used by the victims was recovered, the survivor provided crucial information, and Commissioner CP Ikioye Orutugu has ordered an intensive investigation.
- Anambra State Police launched a manhunt guided by eyewitness and survivor information to apprehend the attackers and ensure justice for the killings.
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Gunmen kill lawyer, one other in South-east Nigeria
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Senator Tony Nwoye has lamented the killing of a community leader in Anambra State, Barrister Ifeanyi Iloakasia, popularly known as “Rolex,” the President General of Aguleri Community. Senator Nwoye, in a condolence message, noted that Iloakasia was a dependable friend, a patriotic leader, and a selfless community figure. According to Nwoye, “he had known the late Barrister for over 23 years;” observing, “Iloakasia’s honesty, dedication, and pas…
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Gunmen Kills Lawyer And Client In Anambra
Gunmen have shot and killed two people in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Eyewitnesses said the attackers, who were riding a motorcycle, ambushed the victims in Egbebelu village, Nanka. The victims were in a red Toyota Camry when they were suddenly blocked and shot at. One of them died instantly. Reports indicate […]
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