Gunmen behead abducted ex-lawmaker in Anambra | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News

Gunmen have beheaded a former lawmaker in Anambra State. The victim, Nelson Achukwu, from Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra, was reportedly abducted a few months ago by gunmen who accused him of providing information to military authorities. He was, however, released after his abductors realised he was not guilty of the allegation. Achukwu,…

He was, however, released after his abductors realised he was not guilty of the allegation. Achukwu, a physically-challenged person, was again abducted three weeks ago from his house in the Mkpor community.The police spokesperson in Anambra State, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident on Wednesday. He said the body of the former lawmaker was found on Tuesday between the boundary of Uke and Ukpor Communities in the council area.

Achukwu is the owner of Nelly Oil & Gas Filling Station in Utuh, another community in the council area.

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