The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has commisirated with the Correspondents Chapel of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council, over the tragic death of its member, Alphonsus Nweze.
Nweze who was the Correspondent of Apex New, an online publication, died on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, in a fatal road accident along the Onitsha–Asaba Expressway.
The CP in a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, described the deceased as a respected and committed, diligent and courageous journalist.
“His passing is deeply painful, leaving behind his family, friends, and colleagues who cherished his passion for truth, integrity, and service to society through journalism.
“The Command acknowledges Mr. Nweze as a diligent and courageous reporter whose work contributed immensely to shaping the information landscape of the Security report in the State. His dedication to fair and responsible reporting earned him the respect of the Police and the public alike.
“The Commissioner of Police prays for the peaceful repose of his soul and for God’s comfort upon his family, colleagues and the media community in this moment of grief.
“The Anambra State Police Command joins all journalists and well-meaning Ndi Anambra in mourning this irreplaceable gem,” the statement said.
