The Anambra State Government has sacked eight operatives of the Agunechemba Security outfit over the brutal assault and public stripping of a female corps member, Miss Jennifer Elobor.
This was disclosed by the Special Adviser to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, in Awka on Wednesday, 20th August 2025.
He explained that the action became necessary after receiving reports of the incident. He added that the former operatives would be handed over to the police for prosecution.
It was learnt that the dismissed officers had on Tuesday pursued a suspected cultists when they attacked the corps member.
Describing their action as “totally outside the mandate of the agency and utterly condemnable,” reiterated that Governor Soludo’s administration will not tolerate any form of unprofessionalism, brutality, or abuse of office by security operatives.
“Any officer found guilty of misconduct will face immediate dismissal and prosecution,” he noted.
He further disclosed that every attempt made by both family of the victim and officials of the National Youth Service Corps for an amicable settlement, the state government insisted on a full investigation and accountability to serve as a deterrent.
Emeakayi added that the government had already settled the victim’s medical bills, replaced her damaged valuables, including a laptop and phone, and tendered a public apology to her family, NYSC and the public.
“This government is committed to professionalism, accountability and respect for human rights in all security engagements,” he reiterated.
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