Tragic Attack In Awka: Gunmen Kill Four, Kidnap Hotel Manager

In a shocking incident in Ifite-Awka, Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State, unidentified gunmen unleashed terror on Wednesday evening, leaving four people dead and one abducted. The attack created panic throughout the community, forcing residents to flee while traders hastily shut their shops.

Eyewitnesses recounted that the gunmen targeted popular spots such as Book Foundation Junction, Ukwu Aki Bus Stop, “B” Bus Stop, Commissioners’ Quarters, and the Bamboo area of the city. During the rampage, the manager of a renowned hotel in Awka was abducted. His whereabouts remain unknown at the time of this report.

A local trader who spoke anonymously described the ordeal:

“Around 7 pm, the gunshots started suddenly. Three people were killed at Book Foundation Junction, and another at Ukwu Aki Bus Stop. The attackers also stormed a hotel at Commissioners’ Quarters, kidnapping the manager. We’ve heard that the kidnappers initially demanded ₦20 million but later reduced it to ₦12 million as ransom.”

The violence caused widespread fear, with businesses remaining closed even the following day. Another resident, identified as Chibuike, added:

“They killed three at Ifite last night and another at ‘B’ Bus Stop. This morning, someone was also shot near the Ukwu Aki area. December is becoming frighteningly bloody.”

Despite the gravity of the situation, hotel staff declined to provide further comments. Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that the police were unaware of the incident but urged relatives of victims to contact law enforcement.