- Governor Chukwuma Soludo says the release of three arrested native doctors in Anambra depends solely on the court process
- The men, including Chigozie Nwangu (Akwa Okuko), face charges of promoting charms, aiding crime, and luring youths into get-rich-quick practices
- Soludo tells Oba youths any pardon can only be considered after conviction, urging focus on fighting drugs, kidnapping, and “fast money” culture
Anambra state Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has said that the release of three native doctors currently standing trial in the state will depend strictly on the outcome of judicial processes.
The men, Chigozie Nwangu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki from Oba, Eke Hit from Okija, and Onyeze Jesus from Nkpor, were arrested in February on allegations of promoting get-rich-quick practices, preparing charms for suspected criminals, and misleading young people into believing in wealth without hard work.
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Anmabra youths demand release of Akwa Okuko
During a recent visit to Oba, the hometown of Nwangu, some youths appealed to the governor to intervene and secure his release.
They described him as a well-known figure in the community.
Soludo stresses court process
In his response, Governor Soludo cautioned that the matter was no longer within his unilateral control.
“You are asking for the release of Akwa Okuko, but I want to say that there is a process. There is a process for me to follow, and there is a process for the court to follow too. Where we are now is the process of the court,” he said.
He acknowledged the sentiments of the youths but insisted that the detained native doctors’ actions had negatively influenced many young people, Vanguard reported.
Soludo speaks on possible pardon after conviction
The governor explained that any intervention could only come after the court had delivered its judgment, Punch reported.
“What we should be praying for is a speedy trial. If he is found guilty and convicted, after that, your leaders can meet with me, and we can discuss the possibility of a pardon. But until the judicial process is concluded, my hands are tied,” Soludo said.
Soludo urges fight against social vices
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Professor Soludo also urged the youths to channel their energy into supporting community efforts against drug abuse, kidnapping, and the lure of “fast money.”
“Our government is committed to restoring values of hard work and integrity. That is the kind of society we must build in Oba, in Anambra, and across Nigeria,” he added.
Anambra 2025 poll: Soludo speaks of victory
In another report, Legit.ng reported that the chairman of Tenants-Landlords Association in Odume Obosi, Idemili North local government area of Anambra State, Hon. Innocent Agucha, has given offical reasons why the group endorsed the second tenure aspiration of Governor Charles Soludo ahead of the November 8 governorship election in the state.
In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng correspondent on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the event held in Obosi, the chairman outlined several key achievements of the governor that influenced this decision.
Source: Legit.ng
