In a bold and unexpected move, Anambra state security operatives from Agunaechemba conducted a surprise raid, culminating in the demolition of the notorious Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites, also known as “La Cruise Hotel.” Situated along the busy Onitsha-Owerri road, the hotel concealed a dark secret: a partitioned area featuring over 30 graves and a shrine, exposing its sinister true nature as a suspected kidnapper’s hideout.

Anmabra State Governor, Charles Soludo,

The recent expose of a kidnapper’s den in Anambra State has sent shockwaves throughout the region, coming at a time when the state government is intensifying its efforts to combat the surge in kidnapping and violent crime. The disturbing discovery at the hotel has not only raised concerns about the state’s security environment but also highlighted the cunning tactics employed by criminals to carry out their illicit activities.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s newly launched operation, Udo ga-achị, demonstrates the state’s heightened vigilance and decisive action in tackling insecurity. This initiative is part of the government’s comprehensive approach to addressing the security challenges facing the state, which includes kinetic and non-kinetic strategies.

Anambra state has been grappling with an alarming surge in kidnappings, prompting an urgent need for innovative security initiatives. Also armed with the new homeland security law, the government’s commitment to addressing public safety has found new expression in this operative’s recent tactics, aiming to dismantle crime syndicates operating within the community. “Illicit establishments often present themselves as legitimate businesses, allowing criminal activities to flourish while evading detection,” said the Special Advised to the Governor on Security, Chief Ken Emeakayi.

By targeting such establishments directly, the government sends a strong message: there will be zero tolerance for those who exploit the cover of normalcy for criminal conduct.
The evidence uncovered within the hotel brings to light the sinister operations that have reportedly occurred behind its façade. The existence of partitioned graves—indicative of potential forced atrocities—is a stark reminder of the dark underbelly of crime that exists in various communities.

This delineation between the mundane and the macabre serves as a poignant metaphor for the broader issues facing the state, which is being decisively dealt with. Though these revelations evoke fears among locals and raise immediate questions regarding how such a horrific enterprise was able to function without drawing the attention of law enforcement or the community, as well as the presence of a shrine suggests a possible connection to ritualistic practices that could indicate a broader, more complex network of organized crime with deep-rooted cultural implications.

The community’s reaction is a mixed bag of relief and horror. While residents express gratitude toward the authorities for taking decisive action, there is a palpable sense of fear regarding the extent of criminal activities that might still be hidden in plain sight.
The demolition of Udoka Golden Point Hotel and the revelations uncovered within its walls serve as a critical reminder of the ongoing battle against crime in Anambra state. The decisive action by Soludo’s Agunaechemba is indeed, commendable. It is not in doubt that more revelations and raids will follow in the coming days and weeks as the people continue to partner the state in ridding the state of violent crimes. Peace must prevail in Anambra state.