Community Leader Tasks Agunechemba on Justice over Detained Suspected Land Grabber

By Uche Eke

A community leader from Isuaniocha in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Chief Tony Onyeagolu has called on the Agunechemba security outfit to remain steadfast in their approach to community security and justice and not to be distracted by negative comments.

While commending Governor Chukwuma Soludo for establishment of Agunechemba security outfit to enhance safety of lives and property across the state, Chief Onyeagolu noted that the outfit must rise above criticisms trailing its activities.

The former President General of Isuaniocha Town made the remarks while responding to the recent reports on the arrest and detention of Mr Onyemazu Ngini, by Agunechemba security outfit over his alleged involvement in land grabbing and running a criminal team using Youth leader as a cover.

He, urged the Agunechemba security operatives to focus on meticulous investigation and justice over the allegations of land grabbing and running of criminal gang levelled against Mr. Onyemazu Ngini.

Onyeagolu stressed that allegations against Mr Ngini, including land theft and involvement with armed individuals should not be dismissed or treated lightly, as “they merit thorough investigation” .

“I vehemently assert that the focus should remain on the legitimate investigative efforts addressing the serious crimes allegedly perpetrated by Mr. Ngini, rather than becoming embroiled in a diversion centered around my previous position and conduct.

He dismissed uproars over his involvement in the matter and call for release of detained Mr. Ngini without trial as subversion of justice.

He therefore commended Chief Ken Emeakayi, leader of the Agunechemba operatives for his dedication towards ensuring the safety of various communities and for addressing the concerns of rising insecurity across the state.

“It is vital that we do not let personal grievances or past political rivalries cloud our judgment regarding matters of public safety and justice. The community deserves transparency and accountability.”

The Community leader encouraged the family and representatives of Mr Ngini to present concrete evidence that counters the claims made against him rather than make unfounded claims and allegations aimed at diverting attention.

He argues that “mere assertions of his character do not absolve him from scrutiny. The rule of law must be upheld, and if any party is found to be engaging in wrongful conduct or is protected by influential networks, it is the duty of the law to act accordingly.”

Onyeagolu further disclosed that the suspect, Onyemazi Ngini had been declared wanted by the Nigerian Police for various criminal activities including involvement in kidnappings and shooting at Police officers from AIG Zone 13, IRT, Anti Cult who made several attempts to get him arrested.

He noted that Agunechemba security outfit did a very nice job by apprehending the notorious suspect and must do every investigation to unravel all his activities before charging him to court or hand him over to the Inspector General of Police for the law to take its course.

According to him, Mr Ngini is not the only person that have been invited or detained by the new security outfit as they work with concrete evidence and information before embarking on such arrest.

“It still bests the imagination of residents of Isuanaocha how Onyemazi and his criminal gangs challenged men of the Nigeria Police to the extent that many of the officers sustained gun shot wounds.

“If Agunechemba invites you, you go there and clear yourself. If they feel you are not telling the truth based on facts and investigation they have done, then it does not call for a legal practitioner to start calling names and making allegations that are baseless.”

Chief Onyeagolu called on Governor Soludo, to look beyond the distractions and focus on the real issues at hand within Isuaniocha including acting on the white paper submitted by a Panel of enquiry set up in the past.

“The safety of our community necessitates attention to the pressing concerns of crime and the integration of community-led security initiatives, which should not be hindered by unfounded personal accusations. He added.

The former President General of Isuaniocha therefore called on all to stand united against crime and ensure that the community thrives in peace and harmony.