Anambra state police command have announced the rescue of the commissioner for Public Utilities, Engr Emeka Ezenwanne.
The Commissioner was kidnapped on 31st March when gunmen attacked former central Bank Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo at Isuofia Civic Centre where he was engaging the youths of the area.
In a statement signed by DSP Ikenga Tochukwu Anipr, PPRO Anambra State Police Command, the police said the Commissioner was released unhurt in the early hours of today, 4th April, 2021.
The statement reads:
“The Anambra State Police Command today 4th April, 2021, wishes to confirm to the members of the Public, especially Ndi Anambra the safety of Engr Emeka Ezenwanne, the State Commissioner for Public Utilities
“The Police, Military and Other Security Agencies had mounted intense search and rescue efforts, which had closed in on his abductors, thereby forcing his release.
“The Hon Commissioner returned home unhurt, in the early hours of today 4th March 2021.
“Recall, he was abducted following the attack at Isuofia Civic Center that led to the murder of three (3) Police Officers by some hoodlums.
“The Police Command had arrested five suspects in connection with the incident and remains committed in apprehending the remaining gang members.
“Meanwhile, the CP has called for calm and reiterates the Command’s commitment towards ensuring safety and security of *Ndi Anambra* and residents alike.”
