By Charles Igbo
The Anambra State Police Command intervened on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, to rescue a man from committing suicide.
The man, 28, identified as Okwudili David Onyiba, had climbed a power transmission high-tension wire in a bid to kill himself by electrocution.
A helpless crowd gathered, but nobody could do anything out of fear, until the authorities of the Police at the Awada Division were alerted of the dangerous situation.
In a swift response, Operatives arrived and, along with the crowd, cajoled him into finally climbing down.
His mental health was not immediately known, but in a release by SP Tochukwu Ikenga, Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Command, the State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered an evaluation of the suicidal man’s mental health, and assured support for him.
The Police release reads:
“Anambra State Police Operatives attached to the Awada Division, in the evening of 2nd September 2025, successfully rescued a man who attempted to commit suicide by climbing a power transmission high-tension pole situated behind Grace of God Mission, off NEPA Road, Awada.
“Upon receiving the distress information, the operatives swiftly mobilized to the scene, cordoned off the area to prevent danger, and controlled the large crowd that had gathered. After several minutes of persuasion by the Police and some concerned members of the public, the man eventually climbed down safely. He was immediately taken into protective custody at the station, where he identified himself as Mr. Okwudili David Onyiba aged 28 years.
“In view of the above, the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD has directed that the victim should undergo proper medical and mental health evaluation. He further assured that the Command will provide the necessary support to ensure the victim’s well-being.
“The Command appeals to members of the public to always seek lawful and peaceful solutions to personal challenges, and to reach out to family, friends, or relevant support groups in times of distress.
“Further developments will be communicated accordingly.”
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