Jude Ezenwafor, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the upcoming Anambra State governorship election, narrowly escaped death after being attacked and shot by unidentified gunmen in Abuja on Friday night.
The shocking incident has sparked widespread concern about the safety of political figures ahead of the crucial election.
Ezenwafor Speaks from Hospital Bed
Speaking to journalists on Saturday morning from his hospital bed, a visibly distressed Ezenwafor confirmed that he is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in Abuja.
“I’m currently in the hospital. The doctors are preparing to operate on me so they can remove bullets from my body,”
he said, still in pain.
Attack Occurred in Wuse 2, Abuja
Ezenwafor narrated that the attack happened around the Wuse 2 area of the Federal Capital Territory while he was returning home from a private appointment.
Reports also indicate that two other individuals who were traveling with him in the vehicle were shot during the attack and are also receiving medical attention.
Security Agencies Yet to Respond
As of the time of this report, security agencies have not released an official statement regarding the motive behind the attack or the identity of the perpetrators.
The brazen attack has raised fresh questions about the security of political candidates as Nigeria approaches another critical election cycle.
