Abducted Son Of Anambra APGA Bigwig Killed Despite Ransom Payment
A popular businessman, Ifesinachi Onyekere aka Fish Magnet, who was abducted in Anambra State on Saturday, has been killed by his abductors despite ransom payment .
Team@orientactualmags.com learned that Onyekere, son of Anambra State APGA bigwig, was abducted by gunmen who attacked his residence in Ezinifite community, Okpuno, Awka South local government.
‘The attackers arrived in an ash-coloured Lexus SUV at about 10:30pm, forced their way into the compound, and fled the scene in the victim’s navy blue Toyota Corolla after shooting him in the leg.
The assailants escaped through bush paths towards Nawfia, while firing gunshots into the air, thereby triggering panic in the area.
Local volunteers and security watch groups who were contacted have launched a search effort, while authorities are working to trace the victim’s phone and make contact with the kidnappers.
He was in captivity for three days until a ransom was paid, but instead of setting him free, they ended his life. He was later found lifeless by the roadside this morning. He was young, hardworking, full of promise, known for his passion and thriving fish business’ a source reportedly submitted.
Spokesman for the state Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday, while adding that cops have recovered the victim’s vehicle, which the assailants had used to take him away.
‘The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has directed all tactical and intelligence units to redouble their efforts in tracking down the armed men responsible for the abduction and subsequent killing of Ifesinachi Onyekere, the Managing Director of Fish Magnet Outlet, who was attacked in the evening of July 27, 2025, at his residence in Ezinifite village, Okpuno, Awka.
This directive follows the recovery of the victim’s navy blue Toyota Corolla, along Ukwulu/Igbariam road by the Joint Security Team comprising Anambra Vigilantes and the Police.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the assailants had trailed the victim before launching the violent attack, during which the deceased person was shot in the leg and forcibly taken away.
He was later found lifeless, sparking public outrage and deep concern among residents of Awka’ he said.
Ikenga added that the CP, while condemning the killing assured that the criminal elements behind this cowardly act will be brought to book.
‘He further stated that the Police owe it to the family, the people of Anambra, and the memory of the deceased person to ensure that those responsible for his death are made to face the full weight of the Law. Further developments would be communicated accordingly’ he added-Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079, 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
