A yet-to-be-identified woman has been confirmed killed during an attack on the convoy of former Anambra State Governor and ex-Minister of Labour, Dr. Chris Ngige.
The incident, according to a statement issued by Ngige’s former spokesman, Fred Chukwulobe, occurred on Wednesday along the Nkpor–Nnobi Road in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Chukwulobe noted that the former minister was not in the convoy at the time of the assault, but a police officer in the pilot vehicle sustained gunshot injuries, while his rifle and uniform were stolen by the attackers.
He disclosed that the assailants were clad in police and military uniforms.
He added: “Unfortunately, a lady who was recording the shooting was fatally shot by the gunmen.
“A shop owner who raced to find out what was happening was also shot, but he only lost a lot of blood and will be operated upon soon to remove the bullets.
“He is expected to make full recovery.
“The pilot car was riddled with bullets.
“No policeman was killed and the escort leader who was shot has been operated upon and is expected to make full recovery.
“The shop owner was lucky as the bullets didn’t lodge in his spine.
“I just got off the phone with His Excellency and he confirmed the development, promising to do all he can to ensure that those injured receive adequate treatment.
“He also commiserated with the family of the unfortunate lady who was killed while videoing the scene.
“The police in Anambra State is yet to officially issue a statement on the incident.”
The attack has stirred fresh concerns over the rising spate of violent assaults on highways in the state, even as residents await an official reaction from the police authorities.