The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspects, Monday Egbe (32) and Kenneth Nnoga (28), allegedly in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a female bank manager in Onitsha. The arrests were made on May 28, 2025, after a significant ransom of ₦14 million was paid.

The victim’s body was discovered on January 13, 2025, along Nnobi Road, blindfolded. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the suspects were apprehended following days of surveillance in a neighboring state.

“The suspects are currently being questioned to determine their full involvement and potential accomplices,” Ikenga stated. The Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, emphasized the command’s ongoing commitment to bringing all those responsible to justice.

“We are dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of Anambra State residents,” Orutugu said, reaffirming the police’s commitment to justice. The police command’s efforts to track down the suspects were fruitful, leading to their arrest and the recovery of crucial information.

The case is ongoing, with the police working to uncover more details about the kidnapping and murder. The arrests have brought some relief to the family of the victim and the community, who have been demanding justice for the tragic incident.