Abia monarch sues for peace after final-year student nurse death

Eze Paulson Nwankwo, the Traditional Ruler of Anunu Ukwu Ancient Kingdom in Obingwa Local Government Area, Abia State, has appealed for calm and restraint following the tragic death of Miss Wendy Achumba. The final-year nursing student was found dead at her lodge in Umudara Village, Umulogho Community, Obowo Local Government Area, Imo State. Eze Nwankwo issued a stern warning against any plans for revenge, emphasizing that reprisal actions could escalate violence and hinder the ongoing investigation.

"Such revenge may cause more harm," the monarch stated, underscoring the need for a measured response as security agencies work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding Achumba's death. The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two suspects who allegedly confessed to the crime after interrogation. The police are actively pursuing leads to identify and apprehend any other individuals implicated in the incident.

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Such revenge may cause more harm.

The monarch extended his deepest condolences to the grieving family of Miss Achumba, a student of the College of Nursing, Umulogho Obowo, who had reportedly completed her midwifery program. He prayed for strength for the family to bear their profound loss. Eze Nwankwo also urged traditional authorities and community leaders in the affected area to collaborate with law enforcement by providing any credible information that could aid in the apprehension of further suspects.

DSP Henry Okoye, the Imo State Police Public Relations Officer, detailed the police response, noting that officers arrived at the scene promptly after the incident was reported. Initial arrests included the caretaker and the victim's boyfriend, but they were subsequently cleared of involvement. The community was then asked to help identify anyone with marks of violence, leading to the arrest of a suspect who then implicated another individual. Forensic experts recovered a blood-stained knife and other exhibits from the scene for analysis. Commissioner of Police Audu Garba Bosso has ordered a full investigation, with the outcome to be made public upon completion.

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Having seen they were not involved in the matter, we directed the community to comb their area and arrest anybody found with marks of violence.