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Attack on Amaechi: ADC demands arrest of Ikwerre LG chairman

Attack on Amaechi: ADC demands arrest of Ikwerre LG chairman
**ADC Demands Arrest of Ikwerre LG Chairman Over Amaechi's Convoy Attack** In a recent incident that has sparked outrage in Rivers State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for the arrest and probe of Charles Wobodo, the Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area. This comes after an attack on the convoy of former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, on March 6, 2026, along the Omuanwa axis. According to ADC, the incident occurred when Amaechi was traveling to his hometown, Ubima, to register with a political party. As he approached the Omuanwa area, the road was blocked by individuals who opened fire on the security personnel escorting the former governor. In response, the security operatives fired back, leading to a chaotic situation. The ADC has accused the attackers of being hoodlums, not members of any recognized vigilante group, contrary to the claims made by the Ikwerre Local Government Chairman. The party's Rivers State Chairman, Leader Bari, pointed out that they saw OSPAC members in other communities along the road, but they did not block the road. The ADC is demanding that security agencies arrest and investigate the Ikwerre Local Government Chairman, Charles Wobodo, and compel him to provide information about the incident. The party claims that its members in the area have faced threats and intimidation, which suggests a larger conspiracy. This incident has raised concerns about the safety of politicians and their entourages in Rivers State, particularly in the lead-up to party registrations and elections. The ADC's call for accountability and investigation into the incident is a timely reminder of the need for security agencies to take such incidents seriously and bring perpetrators to justice.
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