The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the November 8 election and incumbent Governor Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed as false and baseless reports claiming he plans to arrest and jail Catholic bishops and priests after his re-election.
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The Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, in a statement yesterday, described the report as a “clear case of misinformation and fake news” aimed at creating tension and undermining the peaceful atmosphere in the state.
He stressed that Governor Soludo has no such plans and continues to respect the rights and freedoms of all citizens, including religious leaders.
“The attention of the Anambra State Government has been drawn to a fabricated story circulating in some media outlets alleging that Governor Chukwuma Soludo plans to arrest and jail Catholic bishops and priests after his re-election,” the statement read.
“We categorically state that this report is entirely false, baseless, and malicious. It is the handiwork of shadow opposition elements who have resorted to propaganda for lack of campaign material. They are advised to focus on their dwindling campaigns.”
Mefor added that Soludo, a staunch Catholic, maintains cordial relations with the Church and its leaders, and remains committed to peace and mutual respect.
He urged residents to disregard the false report and always verify information before sharing, especially stories designed to incite public unrest.
“The government respects the rights and freedoms of all citizens, including religious leaders. Ndi Anambra should disregard this falsehood and demand verifiable evidence before believing such stories,” he said.
Mefor further reiterated the administration’s resolve to continue its campaign against fake spiritual practitioners, including “fake native doctors, fake Ndi Eze Nwanyi, and fake clergymen and women,” under the ongoing Oso Soludo initiative.
He also noted that the state government would continue collaborating with the Federal Government to identify and prosecute certificate forgers and other fraudulent elements in the state.
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