RIVERS POLICE DECLARE TWO AHOADA EAST OFFICIALS WANTED OVER VIOLENT ATTACK ON COUNCIL ADMINISTRATOR

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The Rivers State Police Command has declared two senior officials of the Ahoada East Local Government Area wanted for their alleged involvement in a violent attack on the council’s Sole Administrator, Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor.

The wanted officials have been identified as the Chief Security Officer of Ahoada East LGA, Mr. Hector Ekakita, and the Chief of Staff, Mr. Aloni Olodi. Both are accused of leading a group of about 30 youths in an assault on Iheanachor at the council secretariat on June 20, 2025.

According to a statement released on Sunday by the Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the suspects allegedly conspired to beat up the administrator, forcefully obtained his signature on a resignation letter, and stole his mobile phones along with vital official documents and other personal belongings.

Iheanachor, who is one of the 23 council administrators appointed by the State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), is currently receiving medical attention due to injuries sustained in the attack.

Iringe-Koko revealed that the duo ignored previous invitations to appear for questioning at the State Police Headquarters in Port Harcourt, prompting the Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Olugbenga Adepoju, to officially declare them wanted.

“The Rivers State Police Command has declared the following individuals wanted for criminal conspiracy, stealing, assault occasioning harm, and attempted murder in connection with the violent attack on the Sole Administrator of Ahoada East Local Government Area, Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor,” the statement read.

The command warned that anyone found aiding or harboring the suspects would face prosecution, and urged the public to assist with credible information that could lead to their arrest.

Citizens with useful tips are encouraged to contact the State Police Headquarters on Moscow Road, Port Harcourt, or call the dedicated police hotlines for prompt action.

The police reiterated their commitment to upholding justice and ensuring peace and security across the state.