Jude Ezenwafor, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the November 8, 2025, Anambra election, is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times by unknown gunmen in Abuja’s Wuse 2 district. The incident occurred on Friday night as Ezenwafor was returning from a private engagement.
Details of the Incident
Ezenwafor and two others were ambushed by armed assailants, sustaining multiple gunshot wounds.
He was swiftly transported to a private hospital, where doctors are preparing for emergency surgery to remove lodged bullets. The two others injured in the attack are also receiving medical care.
In a brief statement from his hospital bed, Ezenwafor described the harrowing event as a near-death experience. As of the latest reports, Ezenwafor remains in critical condition and is under intensive medical supervision.
Police Investigation
- The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has confirmed an active investigation into the attack, aiming to uncover the motive and identify the perpetrators.
- FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, stated that the command is gathering facts and that the situation is being closely monitored.
- No arrests have been made as of this report.
Political Fallout and Reactions
The PDP has condemned the attack, suggesting it may be linked to Ezenwafor’s rising popularity in the run-up to the Anambra election.The assault has raised concerns across Nigeria about escalating political violence ahead of gubernatorial polls.
Party insiders warn the incident could disrupt campaign plans, depending on the candidate’s recovery.
Ezenwafor, a prominent Abuja-based real estate developer and former Labour Party presidential aspirant, emerged unopposed as the PDP’s flagbearer after an internal party reconciliation earlier this year.
