Soludo Inaugurates Judicial Commission to Probe Aguleri–Umuoba Anam Crisis
By Emmanuel Okonkwo | IchieTimes
Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has inaugurated a seven member Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the communal crisis between Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities and recommend lasting solutions.
The Commission, constituted on October 17, 2026, was inaugurated at the Light House, Awka, with a mandate to establish the remote and immediate causes of the conflict and advise the state government on measures to achieve lasting peace.
Represented by his deputy, Dr Onyekachukwu Ibezim, Governor Soludo charged the members to discharge their responsibilities diligently, impartially and professionally.
The governor noted that the crisis had attracted international attention, stressing the need for the Commission to approach its assignment with caution and prioritise peace, justice and the overall interest of Anambra State.
Earlier, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Tochukwu Nweke, and the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs Chiamaka Nnake, administered the oath of office to the members.
They urged the Commission to operate within the provisions of the law and submit its report within the stipulated timeframe.
Responding on behalf of the members, the Chairman, retired Justice Nkemdilim Izuakor, pledged that the Commission would conduct a thorough and impartial investigation and make recommendations capable of promoting lasting peace between the two communities.
The Commission is expected to submit its report on or before February 28, 2027.
Other members are Mr Ekene Okoye, Secretary; Venerable Onyinye Ilione; Reverend Father Cyril Mokwe; Barrister C. P. Ndianefo; the Traditional Ruler of Amansea, Igwe Chukwuma Anigbogu; and the Traditional Ruler of Engwu-Umuonyia, Igwe Peter Ezeamama.
