Death of AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu a Painful Loss to Police Force, Nation — Senator Kalu

Former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has expressed deep sadness over the death of Kanayo Uzuegbu, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 9 Headquarters, Umuahia.

In a statement personally signed on Sunday, Senator Kalu described the late senior police officer as a dedicated, disciplined, and highly professional officer who served Nigeria with honour and commitment throughout his distinguished career.
The former Senate Chief Whip noted that the late AIG made significant contributions to the maintenance of peace, security, and public order, particularly in the South-East region. He added that the officer’s death represents a painful loss to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation as a whole.
Senator Kalu extended his heartfelt condolences to the Inspector-General of Police, officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, the Government and people of Imo State, the people of Njaba Local Government Area, the Government and people of Abia State, as well as the family of the deceased.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the soul of the late AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu and asked God to grant his family, colleagues, and loved ones the strength to bear the irreparable loss.
“His dedication to duty, professionalism, and commitment to national service will be remembered. May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort all those he left behind,” Senator Kalu said.
AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu served as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 9 Headquarters, Umuahia, where he oversaw policing activities across states within the zone until his death.