The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Dr. Fabian Ihekweme, former Commissioner for Foreign Affairs in Imo State for criticizing governor Hope Uzodimma.
In recent months, the ex commissioner in the state, Mr Ihekweme, has become a strong critic of the governor Uzodimma led administration.
His articles on social media target Uzodimma’s policies and style of governance.
In a statement by the command’s spokesperson in Imo on Thursday afternoon, Henry Okoye clarified that Dr. Fabian 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.
The command urged 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.
Okoye stated that the Imo State Police Command remains committed to upholding the rule of law without external influence and will provide timely updates as necessary.
