The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Anambra state Chapter has condemned the murder of its member, Mr Ifeanyi-Rolex Iloakasia.
Mr Iloakasia, a member of Otuocha Bar was killed alongside his client in Nanka, Orumba North Local Government Area, as they were returning from court sitting in Ekwulobia High Court on May 15.
The NBA, in a statement signed by the Chairman, Committee of Chairmen and Secretaries of NBA Anambra, K.G. Abonyi, described the attack as a “blatant assault” on the legal profession and the rule of law.
It said that the NBA, Anambra Chapter, was deeply grieved and aggrieved by the ‘senseless” killing, especially as the tragic loss of the former Vice Chairman of Ihiala Branch of the NBA, Awa P. Awa, remained fresh in their memories
Committee of Chairmen and Secretaries of NBA Anambra, directed all lawyers to boycott all court sittings in the state from May 20 to May 21 in protest against the murder of their colleague.
The lawyers noted that justice must be served, demanding relevant authorities to leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of truth and accountability.
The NBA particularly called on the Answers State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo to revamp and strengthen security operations across the state to prevent such tragic occurrences in the future.
