The Anambra State Government has demolished a popular hotel, Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites, also known as La Cruise Hotel, located along Onitsha-Owerri Road in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area. The hotel was allegedly serving as a den for kidnappers and a hideout for other criminals.

A shocking discovery was made by the state’s newly launched security outfit, “Agụnechemba”, which found over 30 partitioned graves and a shrine within the hotel premises. The hotel, with a CAC registration number of 201966, was reportedly one of the most popular and frequented hotels in the area.

Mr. Christian Aburime, Press Secretary to the governor, confirmed the raid and exhibits discovered at the hotel, stating that a full investigation had been directed to the appropriate authority. The demolition of the hotel was carried out in line with the Anambra Homeland Security law.

The discovery has sent shockwaves throughout the community, evoking memories of the infamous 1996 Otokoto incident in Imo state. The community remains on high alert, demanding justice for the heinous crimes committed. As the investigation unfolds, concerns about the prevalence of ritual killings and corruption in the region have been raised.