Former Imo Commissioner for Foreign Affairs was arrested, not abducted – Imo police command

The Imo State Police Command has come out to dismiss claims that Dr. Fabian Ihekweme, former Commissioner for Foreign Affairs in Imo State, was abducted by gunmen on Wednesday, November 27.

A statement released by the command’s spokesperson, ASP Henry Okoye today November 28, said Ihekweme was not abducted, but was lawfully arrested on 27th November 2024 by detectives of the Imo State Police Command, following a formal petition by the Imo Democratic Alliance (IDA). 

‘’The petition accused him of seditious and inflammatory publications aimed at inciting civil unrest in the State. In line with due process, a duly signed warrant of arrest was obtained before his detention.

We urge the public to disregard the false narrative circulating on social media, and call on media practitioners to verify their sources before publishing, as misinformation undermines public trust.

The Imo State Police Command remains committed to upholding the rule of law without external influence and will provide timely updates as necessary.”