Governor Soludo, during visits on Wednesday, met with the family of one of the victims, Miss Chinwe Igwe from Ikwo, Ebonyi State, at the Onitsha North Local Government Headquarters.
He extended his condolences and assured the families of victims that justice would be done.
“We sympathise with the families affected by this unfortunate and deeply regrettable incident,” Soludo said. “A transparent and thorough investigation is underway, and any operatives found to have acted outside the law will face the full weight of justice. Every life matters.”
The Governor stressed the need for discipline and professionalism in law enforcement operations to avoid a recurrence, even as he acknowledged the swift response of security agencies in containing the situation.
In a show of solidarity, Soludo also visited survivors receiving treatment at medical facilities in Onitsha and Nnewi.
“The safety and dignity of every resident of Anambra is paramount. We remain committed to justice and to building a state where security operatives act with discipline and accountability,” he added.
The OCHA Brigade, established to enforce environmental and sanitation laws, has previously faced criticism over its methods. The recent incident has renewed calls from civil society groups and market associations for reforms and stronger oversight of the unit.
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