The Imo State Police Command , Owerri, says it has arrested Chinasa Nwaneri, a former Special Adviser on Special Duties to Governor Hope Uzodimma, alongside Emmanuel Ezeanochie, President of Imo State Amalgamated Markets and Traders Association (ISAMATA), for allegedly harassing, intimidating, and frustrating residents of the state.
According to Henry Okoye, the Police Command’s spokesperson, an investigation is underway, and further developments will be communicated to the media.
“The former aide to the governor, Chinasa Nwaneri, ISAMATA President, and three others were arrested over an allegation of Malicious Damage, Fraudulent Activities, Obtaining Money Under False Pretence, and Illegal Use of Government Power/Authority to Harass, Intimidate, and Frustrate the Citizens of Imo State,” Okoye said.
This shocking arrest has sent ripples through the state, as Nwaneri was a trusted aide to Governor Uzodimma for over 15 years.