A native doctor based in Nnewi, Ikechukwu John Paul, widely known as Aka Mmuo, has appealed to the Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, to show him mercy after he was arrested by local security operatives over alleged ritual practices.
The suspect was apprehended by operatives of the Agunechemba Security Outfit who accused him of carrying out rituals believed to assist internet fraudsters in deceiving their victims.
Reports indicated that the operatives on Friday took the native doctor to a river in the area where he was alleged to have been performing ritual activities connected to his operations.
According to the security team, the suspect allegedly conducted spiritual cleansing and other rites for individuals commonly referred to as “Yahoo boys,” who are associated with internet fraud.
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While being displayed before members of the public by the security operatives, Aka Mmuo pleaded with the state government to pardon him, saying he regretted his actions.
“I want to plead with our able governor, Professor Charles Soludo and all citizens of Anambra State. I didn’t know how the law works,” he said.
The native doctor also assured authorities that he would no longer engage in the alleged activities if he was given another chance.
“I will never go to the river to make sacrifices again. I’m pleading with the governor and the Anambra government that there is a means of forgiveness; they should forgive me. I will never do it again,” he added.
His arrest is part of the ongoing efforts by the Anambra State Government to tackle criminal activities and ritual practices believed to encourage internet fraud within the state.
The Anambra State Government has continued to intensify its crackdown on ritual practices and other criminal activities that fuel cybercrime in the region. Security operatives have been directed to collaborate with local communities to identify and apprehend suspects involved in such acts. Officials say these efforts are aimed at deterring fraudsters and ensuring public safety.
Local residents expressed mixed reactions to the native doctor’s plea. While some welcomed his appeal for forgiveness, others insisted that legal consequences must follow to serve as a warning to others who might engage in similar practices. Community leaders called for a balanced approach between justice and rehabilitation.
Observers note that the incident highlights the ongoing challenge of internet fraud and ritual-related crimes in the South-East. Authorities are urging Nigerians to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities, and support government initiatives designed to curb the influence of “Yahoo boys” and their facilitators.
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