1. Man shot in the face by police in Abuja
2. Onybuchi Anele dies from tear gas incident in Abuja.
Accident – Death – Obituary News : A tragic incident occurred in Abuja on Wednesday, May 22, resulting in the death of a father of one, Onybuchi Anele. According to reports, Anele was allegedly shot with a teargas canister by a policeman while returning from work.
Eyewitnesses narrated that the series of events leading to the fatal shooting began when Anele accidentally hit an okada rider and his passenger. After ensuring the victims were okay, Anele continued on his way home in the Haj Estate. However, police officers arrived at the scene and insisted that Anele accompany them to their station, despite the okada rider and passenger having left.
A heated argument ensued between Anele and the police officers, escalating to the point where one of the officers fired a teargas canister directly into Anele’s eye at close range. Concerned church members and neighbours rushed to his aid, transporting him to Kubwa General Hospital. He was later transferred to the National Hospital, where he tragically passed away around 8am the following day.
A video capturing Anele’s family praying for him as blood streamed from his face has since circulated online, highlighting the heartbreaking nature of the incident. The footage gained widespread attention shortly before Anele’s untimely demise.
The loss of Onybuchi Anele has left his loved ones and community in mourning, shedding light on the need for accountability and justice in cases of police brutality. As investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death continue, many are calling for transparency and accountability to ensure that such tragic incidents are not repeated.
The heartbreaking story of Onybuchi Anele serves as a stark reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals in society. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time..
– Man allegedly shot in face with teargas in Abuja
– Onybuchi Anele dies after police shoot him with teargas in Abuja.
