Gunmen Attack Ngige’s Convoy, Disrobe Police Escort in Anambra State

Gunmen reportedly attacked the convoy of former Labour Minister and ex-Governor of Anambra State, Chris Ngige, along the Nkpor–Nnobi Road in Idemili North Local Government Area. According to Sir Fred Chukwuelobe, Ngige’s former media aide, the ex-minister was not in the convoy at the time of the attack.

The assailants allegedly shot a policeman attached to the convoy and seized his gun and uniform. Confirming the incident, Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said a manhunt has been launched for the fleeing att+ckers.

Ikenga added that the white Mercedes-Benz SUV initially taken by the criminals was later recovered after a coordinated police operation. “A combined team of police tactical operatives, including the Rapid Response Squad and the Special Anti-Cultism Unit, pursued the armed attackers. During the chase, the convoy aligned with the operatives, exchanged fire with the hoodlums, and forced them to abandon the vehicle,” Ikenga stated.

One police officer sustained a minor gunshot injury but is stable and receiving medical treatment. The recovered SUV has been secured for further investigation, while police continue a state-wide manhunt for the suspects.

Authorities assured the public that updates on the operation and investigation would be provided as they become available.