The Labour Party Governorship Candidate in Anambra State, Dr. George Moghalu, has personally visited the Onitsha Main Market to commiserate with traders and families affected by the unfortunate incident.
In a statement made available by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Johnson Okoye, Moghalu described the killings as “barbaric, unacceptable, and a direct attack on the dignity of Ndi Anambra.”
Addressing the visibly shaken traders, Dr. Moghalu assured that a Labour Party-led government under his watch would never tolerate such reckless use of force against innocent citizens. He stressed that “government exists to protect lives, not to waste them.”
Deeply moved by the plight of those who sustained injuries, Dr. Moghalu pledged to offset the medical bills of all victims currently hospitalised as a result of the shooting.
“At a time like this, compassion, support, and solidarity are what the victims and their families need most. My heart goes out to them, and I will ensure that their medical expenses are fully taken care of,” he affirmed.
The governorship hopeful further vowed that the incident would be thoroughly investigated, insisting that all those responsible must be arrested and made to give account of their deeds.
Appealing for calm, he urged traders not to take laws into their own hands but to allow due process to prevail, assuring them that justice must be served without compromise.
Recall that Moghalu announced the suspension of all his campaign activities for one week following Tuesday’s tragic shooting incident at the Onitsha Main Market, Emeka Offor Plaza axis by operatives of the Anambra State agency, Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (OCHA) Brigade.
Explaining his decision to suspend campaign activities, Dr. Moghalu noted that it was both a mark of respect for the victims and a demonstration of solidarity with Ndi Anambra in this moment of grief.
He called on Ndi Anambra to remain calm, resilient, and united, reminding them that “November 8 is our opportunity to enthrone a government that prioritises human lives, restores peace, and guarantees the safety of every citizen.”