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Police Probe Death Of EX-ONICCIMA President, Akaneme

by Leadership News
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The Anambra Police Command said it has commenced full investigations on the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr Okechukwu Akaneme, a former President of Onitsha Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ONICCIMA).

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The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Awka.

Ikenga stated that the command was aware of a disturbing narrative currently circulating across public social media platforms concerning the death of Akaneme.

He said that Akaneme was a respected figure in Onitsha business community and former president of the Onitsha chamber of commerce.

According to him, Akaneme allegedly sustained life-threatening injuries following an enforcement operation purportedly carried out by personnel of the Anambra State Waste Management Authority (ASWAMA) and allegedly accompanied by armed police officers, on October 11, 2024.

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“It was further alleged that this operation, in the course of enforcing waste management compliance, resulted in Akaneme suffering spinal injuries from which he never fully recovered, ultimately leading to his reported demise on July 10.

“The command expresses its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the late Mr Akaneme and recognises his significant contributions to the state’s socio-economic development,” he stated.

Ikenga explained that, in response to the allegations, the command acknowledged that an internal inquiry was previously initiated surrounding the circumstances of the injury sustained by Akaneme in October 2024.

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Ikenga further revealed that, preliminary findings at the time, suggested that the actions of some individuals involved in the said enforcement operation fell outside the standard operating procedures of law enforcement personnel.

He, however, disclosed that, with the unfortunate passing of Akaneme, the command has considered the matter reopened.

He hinted that the Commissioner of Police had directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Awka, to immediately review the case file and conduct a comprehensive investigation into the matter.

The PPRO said that the ongoing investigation would help to reveal any subsequent actions or inactions by individuals or agencies allegedly involved.

“The command wishes to reaffirm that no officer of the Nigeria Police Force is above the law and any personnel found to have acted unprofessionally or unlawfully in the discharge of their duties will face appropriate disciplinary and legal measures,” he added.

He disclosed that the command was in touch with relevant state agencies to ensure full cooperation in unraveling the truth behind the matter.

The PRO noted that the Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Ikioye Orutugu, assured members of the public that the command remains committed to upholding justice, accountability and the protection of human rights. (NAN)


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