Tension is escalating among local commuters and residents following a recent violent robbery on the Nawfia section of the Onitsha–Enugu Expressway. Reports indicate that one individual lost their life during the confrontation. A concerned observer took to social media to highlight the deteriorating safety conditions, calling for immediate intervention from the Anambra State Government and local law enforcement to prevent further tragedies.
Locals from the Nawfia area have frequently reported persistent ambush-style attacks targeting drivers on this route. Although community members recently organized a clean-up campaign to cut back dense brush and remove obstacles used by criminals to trap vehicles, the frequency of these attacks has not waned. Reports suggest that the perpetrators are becoming increasingly brazen in their operations.
Video footage currently circulating online depicts the aftermath of the recent attack, further fueling anxiety among those who rely on this major South-East transport artery. Calls are mounting for authorities to increase surveillance, launch consistent patrols, and clear out criminal dens in the vicinity. Public pressure is building for the police, military, and state government to coordinate an effective response to secure the road. At this time, the Anambra State Police Command has yet to release an official update regarding the situation.
