UNIZIK lecturer shot dead by suspected car snatchers in Awka

Tragedy struck in Awka, the Anambra State capital, as Dr. Osita Chinedu, a lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), was shot dead on Monday evening by suspected car snatchers.

The incident occurred around the High Tension area in Aroma at approximately 7 p.m. Eyewitnesses reported that the gunmen confronted Dr. Chinedu, demanding his car keys. A struggle ensued before the assailants shot him.

It remains unclear whether the attackers managed to flee with the vehicle, but the lecturer tragically died on the spot.

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A UNIZIK staff member, who confirmed the incident to colleagues, said, “Yes, someone was shot dead along High Tension this evening. They are saying he is a lecturer from UNIZIK, from Nteje.”

The tragic incident has sparked concerns over security in the area as investigations are expected to commence.

“Please, Comrades, let’s be safe during this Yuletide. If they come for your car, surrender the car, our lives are important.”

“Any Comrade close to the high tension axis should confirm the news that a Unizik lecturer was shot dead this night,” the source who is also a staff of the university announced to his colleagues.

Reacting on the condition of anonymity, another Staff of UNIZIK said, “A colleague and fellow sports enthusiast shot dead yesterday’s night. This is no longer funny.”

“We and our children are no longer safe in this State. A whole Capital City,” the visibly furious lecturer said.

As of the time of filing this report, the Anambra State Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga was yet to react to the incident.