By Praise Chinecherem
A 52-year old man, Ndibe Onyenwe has been arrested in connection with ongoing investigation involving conspiracy, attempted kidnapping, grievous bullet injuries and murder in Urum, Awka North Local government area of Anambra state.
Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this on Thursday said the suspect was apprehended by operatives of the 302 Artillery Regiment, Nigerian Army Cantonment Onitsha.
He said the suspect is alleged to have conspired with one Felix Godwin and other persons currently at large to sponsor armed men for violent ambush along the road in Urum, targeting unsuspecting members of the public.
He said, “Anambra State Police Command on February 5,2026 received a 52-year old male suspect, Ndibe Jude Onyenwe, from operatives of the 302 Artillery Regiment, Nigerian Army Cantonment Onitsha, in connection with an ongoing investigation involving conspiracy, attempted kidnapping, grievous bullet injuries, and murder in Urum.
“During interrogation, Ndibe Jude Onyenwe reportedly confessed that Felix Godwin allegedly paid the sum of ₦500,000 through an Access Bank account to hire four gunmen from Ayamelum Local Government Area, alongside one Emeka (surname unknown) from Urum Community, who reportedly led the attack.
“He also stated that Felix mobilized him with the sum of ₦350,000 for the purchase of four packets of cartridges used in the operation.
“During the deadly ambush, six persons sustained serious bullet injuries.
“The suspect is currently undergoing further interrogation as investigations continue. Meanwhile, the Command has intensified efforts to apprehend other suspects still at large.
“The Anambra State Police Command assures the public of its commitment to maintaining law and order and ensuring that justice is served.”
