UNIZIK lecturer killed in Awka by suspected car-snatchers

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

The incident occurred around the High Tension area in Aroma. According to witnesses, the gunmen struggled with Dr. Chinedu, demanding his car keys before shooting him.

While it remains unclear if the assailants succeeded in taking his car, reports indicate that the lecturer died on the spot at approximately 7 p.m.

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