Anambra Police Denies ₦600,000 Demand Over Arrest Linked to Aiza Nwosu Investigation
By Chibuzo Obidike
The Anambra State Police Command has denied allegations that its operatives demanded ₦600,000 for the release of Ms. Nwosu Chikamso Jennifer, whose arrest was reportedly linked to an ongoing investigation into the death of popular Anambra entertainer and town crier, Aiza Nwosu.
The Command was reacting to a publication by Sahara Reporters, based on a September 5, 2026 letter purportedly written by the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre, RULAAC, and signed by its Executive Director, Mr. Okechukwu Nwanguma.
The publication alleged that Jennifer was arrested on August 31, 2026, not for an offence allegedly committed by her, but because of her relationship with her brother, Nwosu Kenechukwu, who was reportedly wanted in connection with a murder case. It further alleged that ₦600,000 was demanded for her release.
But the Police Command said its investigation showed that Kenechukwu had emerged as a person of interest in investigations into several cult related killings in Awka.
According to the Command, Jennifer allegedly became aware of attempts to apprehend her brother and assisted him in evading arrest, making her arrest part of the ongoing criminal investigation and not simply because of her relationship with him.
The Police, however, strongly denied demanding ₦600,000 or any other payment for her release, describing the allegation as untrue.
The Command said Jennifer was later granted bail in accordance with established police procedures after undertaking to cooperate with investigators and assist efforts to locate her brother, who remains a person of interest.
The development comes amid public concern over the circumstances surrounding the killing of Aiza Nwosu, a popular entertainer and town crier whose death has generated widespread outrage and calls for justice in Anambra.
The Police Command said it would remain focused on uncovering the circumstances surrounding the killings under investigation, identifying all persons connected to them and ensuring that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.
It also urged media organisations, civil society groups and members of the public to verify sensitive allegations with the appropriate authorities before publication, especially where such reports could affect ongoing investigations.
