- The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has launched an inquiry into the death of Andrew Ochekwo, the main suspect in the disappearance of two friends.
- The move highlights the gravity of the situation and the determination of law enforcement to find answers.
- IPID’s involvement signifies their dedication to uncovering the facts behind Ochekwo’s death and its potential link to the missing persons’ case.
Newsypeople – Report IGP orders an investigation into the death of Andrew Ochekwo, The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the death of Andrew Ochekwo, who was the prime suspect in the disappearance of two friends, Celine and Afiba. The investigation was initiated amid allegations, arguments, and counterarguments surrounding the case, which involved the suspected murder of Andrew Ochekwo and the disappearance of the two ladies after they visited him in Aba, Abia State.
IGP orders an investigation into the death of Andrew Ochekwo, the prime suspect in the disappearance of two friends
The IGP gave the Police Monitoring Unit a two-week timeframe to complete the investigation and present a comprehensive report. The unit was tasked with conducting a thorough investigation into the roles played by the team that initially investigated the case in Abia State and the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (IGP-IRT) to unravel the veritable facts of the matter.
The investigation was ordered in light of the public interest and the gravity of the allegations. The IGP assured the public that the case would be handled with utmost professionalism and integrity, urging all well-meaning members of the public and stakeholders to remain calm and allow the investigation process to proceed without interference.
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The IGP also encouraged all persons or groups with relevant information regarding the case to come forward and assist with the investigation. All such information provided would be treated with the highest level of confidentiality, and the public was invited to reach out via email at [email protected] or through the Nigeria Police Force’s social media accounts.
The Nigeria Police Force appreciated the cooperation and support of the public and reassured that timely updates would be provided as the investigation progressed.
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What Were The Initial Allegations Against Andrew Ochekwo
Andrew Ochekwo, a self-styled businessman, was initially accused of being involved in the disappearance of two friends, Celine Ndudim and Afiba Tandoh. The two ladies, a Nigerian and a Ghanaian respectively, went missing after visiting Ochekwo in Aba, Abia State, where they had met him through Facebook. The disappearance of the ladies sparked a series of investigations and controversies surrounding Ochekwo’s involvement in their disappearance and potential murder.
The initial allegations against Ochekwo were that he had lured the two ladies to his residence in Aba, Abia State, with a sum of N1 million. The ladies, who were from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, had left their base to visit Ochekwo for the weekend on the condition of paying the said sum. Since their disappearance on April 27, their whereabouts have been unknown, and Ochekwo was arrested by police officers attached to the Abia police command.
Ochekwo was initially detained for the possession of the missing ladies’ belongings and remained silent about their whereabouts. He was later transferred to the Anti-Kidnapping Unit in Aba, then to Umuahia, and finally to Abuja following a petition to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) requesting his transfer to Abuja. During his detention, Ochekwo allegedly functioned freely, which raised suspicions about his involvement in the disappearance of the ladies.
The case drew significant public attention, with many Nigerians calling for a thorough investigation into all parties involved, including the police in Abia State. The Nigeria Police Force assured that the case would be handled with utmost professionalism and integrity, urging the public to remain calm and allow the investigation process to proceed without interference.
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