Police investigate death in Anambra traditional leadership dispute
A dispute over a traditional stool in Nkpor, Anambra State, has led to the death of 80-year-old Paul Onwualu. The Anambra State Police Command has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. According to spokesperson SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the officers involved have been identified but are not attached to the state command. Family members allege that Paul Onwualu was assaulted during an attempted arrest at his home.
What happened
- Paul Onwualu, an 80-year-old aspirant to a traditional stool, died after a police-led operation at his residence.
- The Anambra State Police Command stated that the officers involved are not from their command and that an investigation is ongoing.
- Eyewitnesses and family members claim Paul Onwualu was beaten during the attempted arrest and collapsed on the way to the police station.
- He was rushed to Iyi-Enu Mission Hospital, Ogidi, where he was confirmed dead by medical personnel.
- The traditional stool succession dispute is currently before the High Court in Ogidi in Suit No. HID/72/2026.
