‘It’s Wickedness In the Highest Order’ — Gov Uzodimma Mourns Dr. Chike Akunyili
IMO State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has condemned the killing of Dr. Chike Akunyili, describing it as “an act of wickedness in the highest order.”
Dr. Akunyili, the husband of the late former Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Dora Akunyili, was brutally murdered by unknown gunmen in Anambra State in the early hours of Wednesday.
Multiple reports indicate that the deceased was on his way to attend a memorial event in honour of his late wife when the tragic incident occurred.
Governor Uzodimma Condemns the Killing
In a statement personally signed by him and made available to the press, Governor Uzodimma expressed deep sadness over the incident and called on Nigerians to reject violence in all forms.
“The gruesome murder of Dr. Chike Akunyili is an act of wickedness in the highest order and must be condemned in all ramifications,” Uzodimma stated.
He extended condolences to the Akunyili family, the Government of Anambra State, and the entire South-East region, describing the incident as “inhumane and deeply painful.”
“On behalf of the government and people of Imo State, I commiserate with the Akunyili family and the people of Anambra over this tragedy,” he added.
Calls for Justice and Peace
Governor Uzodimma urged security agencies to intensify efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice, while stressing the need for improved security measures across the country.
“I believe that the government at the state, regional, and federal levels will continue to strengthen our security architecture to ensure that those behind this evil act are brought to book,” he said.
He also appealed to Nigerians, especially residents of the South-East, to embrace peace and unity.
“As a peaceful and loving people known for our hospitality, let us eschew violence and embrace peace to pave the way for development in our region. Igwe bu ike,” the governor concluded.
Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma.
Senator Hope Uzodimma, Governor of Imo state has mourned the death of Chike Akunyili, husband to late ex-NAFDAC DG Dora Akunyili, describing the killing as an act of wickedness in the highest order.
Chike Akunyili was gruesomely murdered in the early hours of Wednesday by unknown gunmen in Anambra state, with multiple reports claiming the late husband to Dora Akunyili, ex-DG of NAFDAC, was on his way to a memorial in honour of his late wife.
Uzodimma, in a statement he personally signed and obtained by Vanguard, urged Nigerians to eschew violence and embrace peace to allow development.
He said, “The gruesome murder of Dr Chike Akunyili, husband of the former Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Late Prof. Dora Akunyili is an act of wickedness in the highest order and must be condemned in all ramification.”
“I, on behalf of the Government and good people of Imo State, commiserate with the Akunyili Family, the Government and good people of Anambra State over this inhumane act.
“As we pray for the repose of his soul, I believe the Government at the State, Region and Federal would continue to improve our security architecture against these elements and ensure the perpetrators are brought to book.
“As a peaceful and loving race we are, known for our hospitality and unison with the ideology of “Onuru ube nwanne agbala oso”, let’s eschew violence and embrace peace to pave way for the development of our region for “igwe bu like”.
