By BONIFACE AKARAH

The family of murdered billionaire businessman, Chief Godwin Chinedu Lucky Adimike, popularly known as Egonaejeije Na Awka-Etiti, has broken its silence on the circumstances surrounding his death, frowning at growing speculations and unverified claims over the tragedy.

In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by The Adimike Family, a copy of which was obtained by News Express, the family cautioned the public against what it described as misinformation, speculation and false narratives circulating across social media and some news platforms regarding the gruesome killing of the businessman.

The family said that many of the claims being circulated about the circumstances surrounding Adimike’s death were speculative, misleading and unsupported by facts emerging from the ongoing police investigation.

“The Adimike Family of Awka Etiti, Anambra State, wishes to strongly caution the public against the growing wave of misinformation, speculation, and false narratives being circulated across social media and certain news platforms regarding the tragic circumstances surrounding his death,” the statement read.

The family stressed that, contrary to widespread reports, no official determination had been made regarding the identity of the perpetrator or perpetrators behind the killing.

“As of this moment, no official determination has been made regarding the identity of the perpetrator(s), and the family considers it irresponsible and deeply hurtful for individuals and platforms to spread unverified allegations and assign blame without evidence,” the statement added.

The family further appealed to members of the public and media organisations to avoid sensational reporting and allow law enforcement authorities to conclude investigations professionally.

“The family respectfully appeals to the public and media organisations to refrain from sensationalism, allow the police to conclude their investigations professionally, and keep the family in prayers during this difficult period,” it stated.

News of Adimike’s death had sparked widespread reactions after reports emerged alleging that the prominent businessman and philanthropist was killed inside his Abuja residence following a domestic altercation. However, the family’s statement appears to push back against what it described as premature conclusions while police investigations continue.

The late Adimike, a prominent figure associated with the famous Alaba International Market in Lagos, hailed from Awka-Etiti in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State and was widely known for philanthropy and community support.