The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in the recently concluded Anambra election has condemned the worsening security situation in the state following a deadly attack on Sunday night at Afor Market Junction in Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area.
The assault, which reportedly left several people dead, has intensified public concern over the surge in violent crimes despite repeated assurances from the state government.
In a strongly worded statement on Monday, the ADC candidate described the Nawfia killings as “distressing” and a clear sign of what he termed the collapse of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s security architecture.
“The rising crime rate across Anambra is alarming,” he said. “It has become increasingly evident that Governor Soludo’s current security architecture is no longer effective.”
He criticised what he called an “overstretched and inadequate” security framework under Soludo, arguing that criminals have continued to exploit systemic weaknesses while communities across the state live in fear.
Calling for urgent reforms, the ADC standard-bearer advocated a decisive shift toward technology-driven policing. He recommended real-time surveillance systems, integrated communication networks, and data analytics tools to detect threats early and enable rapid response.
Among his key proposals were:
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A fully functional command-and-control centre to coordinate security operations statewide.
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Widespread deployment of drones for aerial monitoring of flashpoints and border routes.
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AI-powered facial recognition cameras installed in strategic locations to track suspects and deter criminal activity.
“Technology is the future,” he declared. “I urge Governor Soludo to revisit and implement my comprehensive blueprint for a safer Anambra.”
The ADC candidate extended condolences to the families of the victims and the Nawfia community, urging residents to remain calm and continue cooperating with security agencies.
The latest killing adds to a wave of violent incidents recorded in Anambra in recent months, including kidnappings, targeted shootings and attacks on public facilities—raising questions about the state government’s ability to restore lasting peace.
