Police Crack Down on Exploitation of Sick Persons in Anambra

A joint security team comprising police officers from Oba Divisional Police Headquarters and Anambra Vigilante Operatives has arrested six suspects accused of hiring sick individuals to beg for alms in Oba. The suspects, aged between 27 and 38 years, were apprehended on April 16, 2025, at an uncompleted building in Isu village.

The arrested suspects include, Doris Basil, 28 years old, female, Peter Ezedike, 38 years old, male, Susan Monday, 27 years old, female, Ogechi Okoro, 27 years old, female, Solomon Sunday, 29 years old, malez Kenneth Achi, 29 years old, male

The operatives recovered six mobile phones and ₦82,400 in cash. Four ill persons suffering from brain tumors, breast cancer, and other terminal sicknesses were taken into safe custody, provided with first aid, and arrangements made for their medical treatment and safe return to their homes.

The Commissioner of Police, Anambra state, CP Ikioye Orutugu, expressed concern over the moral decay of individuals exploiting sick persons for financial gain. He noted that Section 419 of the Nigerian Criminal Code Act deals with obtaining property by false pretense, a felony carrying a potential penalty of three years imprisonment. The police commissioner has directed the immediate interrogation of the relatives of the sick persons to determine their involvement.

The suspects will be charged in court upon completion of the investigation. This operation is part of the Anambra State Police Command's efforts under Operation Udo Ga Chi, aimed at combating violent crimes and ensuring a safer environment for residents.

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

Valentine Ozigbo Resigns from Labour Party

In a shocking move, against all speculations over the last few days, Valentine Ozigbo, a close ally of Peter Obi, has announced his resignation from the Labour Party (LP). Ozigbo confirmed his decision to Diaspora Digital Media on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, but declined to provide further details, opting instead to share his reasons during an interactive session on X (Twitter) Space. The session, scheduled for 8 PM, will feature Ozigbo in conversation with Anambra's First Son, @uchepokoye, discussing pressing issues affecting Anambra State, including security challenges, societal fabric collapse, and the hope for a better future. Ozigbo's resignation has sparked interest, with many awaiting his detailed explanation for leaving the Labour Party. His decision comes at a critical time for the party, which has been navigating various challenges in recent months. Credit: Diaspora Digital Media

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