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Children of Igwe Ekwueme Odenigbo Sue Governor Mbah Over Detention of 86-Year-Old Blind Father

opera.com 2025/2/9

The children of Igwe Ekwueme Odenigbo, the traditional ruler of Akpakume in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, have taken legal action against Governor Peter Mbah over the detention of their 86-year-old blind father. According to a report by Vanguard, the monarch has been held without charge, prompting his family to seek justice through the courts. The family's lawsuit alleges that the detention of Igwe Odenigbo violates his fundamental human rights, given his age and health condition. They argue that holding an elderly, visually impaired individual without due process is both unlawful and inhumane. The children have expressed deep concern for their father's well-being and are calling for his immediate release.

In response to the legal action, Governor Mbah's administration has yet to issue an official statement regarding the circumstances surrounding the monarch's detention. The case has attracted significant attention from human rights organizations and the general public, who are urging the government to uphold the rule of law and respect for individual rights.

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