Kalu condemns killing of Chinese nationals, police escort in Abia
The deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the recent brutal killing of two Chinese nationals and their police escort in Abia.
The victims were allegedly ambushed by gunmen while en route to a mining site in the Isuikwuato LGA.
Mr Kalu, who represents the Bende federal constituency of Abia, expressed his deepest condolences to the victims’ families, the police, and the Abia government, according to a statement on Tuesday.
He called for a thorough investigation into the attack that resulted in the loss of lives, emphasising the need to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The deputy speaker commended the police for their gallant response, which helped save the remaining members of the Chinese team and their police escorts.
He said there was no safe haven for criminals in Abia or Nigeria.
Mr Kalu urged Nigerians to provide the police with useful information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects.
He also assured the authorities of his support in ensuring the culprits were brought to justice.
(NAN)
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