APGA aspirant and Anambra LG chair blame each other for gunshot chaos
Dr Ifeanyi Ibezi, an All Progressives Grand Alliance House of Representatives aspirant, and Chief Stanley Nkwoka, Chairman of Idemili North LGA, are trading accusations after a violent incident at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abatete, Anambra State. Two of Ibezi’s security aides sustained gunshot injuries during the confrontation. Both parties claim the other is responsible for escalating tensions and the resulting violence. The incident has drawn attention to political tensions in the area, with both sides denying wrongdoing.
Key takeaways
- Dr Ifeanyi Ibezi alleges thugs loyal to Chief Stanley Nkwoka attacked his stakeholders’ meeting, resulting in gunshot injuries to two security aides.
- Ibezi claims he received a letter barring use of the venue, which was circulated on social media but not officially delivered.
- Chief Stanley Nkwoka says he advised Ibezi to postpone the meeting for security reasons and ordered the building sealed when this was ignored.
- Both parties accuse each other of escalating the situation, with Nkwoka stating the gunshot occurred during a struggle and was not a targeted attack.
- Nkwoka maintains he remains neutral in the political contest and insists all aspirants must follow due process and security protocols.
