Otti and Kalu express sorrow over AIG Uzuegbu’s passing
Alex Otti, Governor of Abia State, has announced the death of Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Kanayo Uzuegbu. The late officer reportedly died from cancer-related complications after efforts to save him in Enugu and Umuahia. Former governors Orji Uzor Kalu and Theodore Orji have also expressed their condolences to the Nigeria Police Force and Uzuegbu’s family. The loss has been described as painful and untimely by those who knew and worked with him.
What we know
- Alex Otti revealed that Kanayo Uzuegbu died after battling cancer-related complications and receiving treatment in Enugu and Umuahia.
- The Commissioner of Police in Abia State, Danladi Isa, confirmed the death following the state’s intervention.
- Orji Uzor Kalu and Theodore Orji sent condolences to the Nigeria Police Force, Uzuegbu’s family, and the affected communities.
- Orji Uzor Kalu praised the late AIG’s dedication and professionalism, highlighting his contributions to peace and security in the South-East.
- The late AIG’s death has been described as a significant loss to the police force and the nation.
