Metro

The Concerned Citizens of Okon-Aku Community (CCOC) in the Diaspora, a body of stakeholders of Okon-Aku sons and daughters abroad, led by Mr. Peter Kalu Chima, have expressed deep worry over the composition of the Panel of Enquiry set up to investigate the lingering crisis in Okon-Aku, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State. In a strongly worded statement made available to journalists, the group unequivocally condemned the gruesome murder of Akuna Igwe, as well as the arson attacks on the residences of His Royal Highness, Eze Engr. Ndukwe Iko - Nnaka IV, Ezeogo Bernard Kama, the Custodian of the…

In light of the recent allegations circulating online and within Abia State, falsely implicating the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, in the tragic death of Mr. Igwe Akuma, it is imperative to categorically refute these claims as baseless, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to tarnish the reputation of a public servant committed to peace and justice. On January 2nd 2026, the Deputy Governor received a distress call from residents of the Okon Aku community reporting widespread violence, including the burning of homes, vehicles, and other properties. In response, he immediately contacted relevant security agencies, including the Divisional Police…