The Anambra State government, under the leadership of Governor Chukwuma Soludo, has intensified efforts against criminal activities linked to traditional practices, resulting in the arrest of a well-known native doctor, Chukwudozie Nwangwu, famously known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki. This high-profile arrest has drawn significant attention, highlighting a broader campaign against the use of charms associated with cybercrime and kidnapping in the state.
A video circulating on social media captured the moment of Akwa Okuko’s arrest, where he was seen being escorted by officials to the office of the Deputy Governor, Gilbert Onyekachukwu Ibezim. During the interrogation, Akwa Okuko claimed to have ceased his practices following the government’s declaration of war against native doctors, which Governor Soludo announced in December 2024 amid rising crime rates.
The governor’s announcement aimed specifically at “fake” and “devilish” native doctors, seeking to curb the activities of those who prepare charms for criminal elements. In statements made during his interrogation,
Akwa Okuko asserted, “I heard about the law and since when I heard about it, I have stopped it.” However, the Deputy Governor expressed skepticism, insisting on further investigations into his practices and demanding proof of his claims.
Following his interrogation, Akwa Okuko was placed in a police van, highlighting the serious measures the state government is willing to take to address the issue of criminality associated with traditional practices. This arrest and the ongoing scrutiny of native doctors have created a wave of anxiety among practitioners in Anambra State, prompting discussions on the future of traditional medicine in the region.
The Anambra government has pledged to continue its crackdown on illegal practices, emphasizing a commitment to ensuring public safety and reducing crime.
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