Ohanaeze Ndigbo Condemns Attack on Ebonyi THISDAY Reporter, Alerts Gov. Nwifuru
The apex Igbo sociocultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has condemned the attack on the Ebonyi state reporter of THISDAY newspapers and former Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalist (NUJ), Mr Benjamin Nworie at his Ugwuechara residence of Ebonyi state by suspected political thugs allegedly loyal to the chairman of Ishielu Local Government area, Mrs Peace Agwu.
In a strongly worded statement issued by the Deputy President General of the body, Mr Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Ohanaeze Ndigbo appealed to Governor Francis Nwifuru to exercise his authority and utilize his esteemed office as the chief security officer of Ebonyi State to conduct an independent and comprehensive investigation into the deeply disturbing incident surrounding the unwarranted attack on the journalist.
Isiguzoro stressed that the attack on Comrade Nworie was a blatant violation of his rights and an affront to the principles of a free and just society.
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According to Ohanaeze Ndigbo: “Mr Nworie is not just an ordinary individual; he is the Ebonyi State reporter of the reputable THISDAY Newspaper and the former State Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)”.
“The attack on him, carried out by suspected thugs allegedly loyal to Mrs Peace Agwu, the Chairman of Ishielu Local Government Area, is a blatant violation of his rights and an affront to the principles of a free and just society”.
“Ohanaeze Ndigbo condemns in the strongest possible terms the brutal assault on Mr Benjamin Nworie in his residence at Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. This heinous act took place right in front of his 8 – year – old daughter and his wife. Such brazen acts of bullying and intimidation are completely unacceptable, not only to the general public but also to Ohanaeze Ndigbo” .
“We, through this press release, make a passionate and urgent appeal to our beloved Governor Nwifuru to summon his righteous determination. He should call upon the LGA Boss of Ishielu, Mrs Peace Agwu, to appear before him. This is necessary to address her alleged involvement in the attack against Mr Nworie, who is also a native of Ishielu LGA”.
“Our message to Mrs Peace Agwu is clear and straightforward. This is the opportune time for her to prove her innocence. She must provide the suspects, who are widely known to be her boys and thugs, to the security agents for prosecution. It is her responsibility to cooperate fully in this matter and help uncover the truth”.
“We have absolute and implicit confidence in Governor Nwifuru’s ability to conduct a thorough investigation and intervene effectively in this matter. We are certain that his efforts will unravel the mystery surrounding Mr Nworie’s attack by the suspected thugs loyal to Mrs Peace Agwu”.
He also called upon the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to actively support Mr Nworie and to advocate for a fair and just resolution of this case.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo noted it would monitor the progress of this investigation and would not rest until justice is served.
(DEMOCRACY NEWSLINE NEWSPAPER, MARCH 26TH 2026)
