The Anambra State government has announced plans to arraign native doctors currently in custody as soon as investigations are concluded.
Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, disclosed this over the weekend in Awka while speaking on the Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS).
He emphasized that Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration is committed to restoring law and order in the state.
“The state government is serious about its commitment to eradicating criminal activities in Anambra,” Mefor stated.
“If the native doctors are convicted, they will be sentenced in accordance with the provisions of the new Anambra Homeland Security Law.”
He clarified that the Soludo-led government is not against traditional worship, as some have misinterpreted, but is focused on tackling crime and those who facilitate it, including native doctors accused of preparing charms for criminals.
So far, about three native doctors have been arrested for allegedly aiding money rituals and criminal activities.
Among those in custody are Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki; Onyebuchi Okocha, also known as Onyeze Jesus; and another identified as Eke Hit from Okija in Ihiala. All remain in detention pending the outcome of investigations.
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