Oze Nkwelle-Ezunaka residents urge Soludo to stop land takeover
Indigenes of Oze Nkwelle-Ezunaka in Anambra State have appealed to Prof. Chukwuma Soludo to intervene in ongoing land grabbing incidents in their community. Tensions have risen following the alleged forceful takeover and destruction of property at Omalima Layout. Residents say armed men, claiming to act on government orders, have prevented landowners from accessing their properties and destroyed homes. The community is calling for swift government action to restore peace and protect citizens.
What we know
- The community sent an urgent letter, dated December 22, 2025, to Prof. Chukwuma Soludo seeking intervention over alleged illegal land takeover.
- Armed men reportedly invaded Omalima Layout, destroyed homes and fences, and blocked landowners from their properties.
- Residents staged a protest demanding immediate government action and an independent investigation into the incident.
- A journalist investigating the matter was allegedly attacked and prevented from entering the disputed area.
- The property of All Saints Anglican Church and several private landowners, including the estate chairman Chief Moses, were reportedly affected.
