By Our Correspondent
The embattled President General of Alor People’s Convention, Chief Emma Ojukwu, who was detained at the Force Headquarters, Abuja has been released on bail and asked to return in a week’s time.
It was gathered that the PG was directed to go and make peace with the Igwe and the people of his town.
A source in his community said that upon his return from detention, Ojukwu explained that he was told that the police would invite him when the need arises.
“In Abuja, I explained each and every allegation in the petition against me and backed it up with documentation to the satisfaction of the police. The allegations against me were clearly false. I was released to go home and to return when they need me.
“The police in Abuja were very courteous to me. They acted professionally; from the DIG, the CP, ACP, the IPO, and others were all good to me and to others who were with me in solidarity”, the PG was quoted to have said.
It was further gathered that Chief Emma Ojukwu’s arrest came after he allegedly ignored several invitations by the police, which, to some stakeholders in the community, reflected a pattern of impunity and disregard for law and order.
One of the stakeholders in Alor said: “His tenure as President-General has been marked by actions that many believe have been detrimental to Alor, with the latest incident being particularly egregious.
“One of the most severe allegations against Ojukwu is his deployment of an unauthorized security outfit, the Tiger Squad.
“This group has caused significant unrest in Alor, culminating in a sacrilegious incident where they disrupted a burial rite conducted by a Catholic Reverend Father in Agbor Village, Alor, by forcefully snatching the microphone from him.
“Ojukwu’s refusal to recognize and collaborate with Igwe Okonkwo and his colleagues has undermined the unity and governance structure established through the harmonization. This has further deepened the crisis in Alor, leading to a breakdown in communication and cooperation within the community’s leadership.
“The arrest and subsequent release of Emma Ojukwu highlight the ongoing need for accountability and reconciliation within Alor. His actions, particularly through the Tiger Squad, have brought distress to the community.
“Additionally, his refusal to work with the traditional ruler and other harmonized leaders has exacerbated the instability in Alor.
“We urge all Alor residents to remain calm and allow the law to take its course. The pursuit of justice and peace should be our collective priority.”
