Son in-law to former Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State, Prince Uche Nwosu, was not kidnapped contrary to earlier reports that the billionaire was abducted by gunmen during a church service in the state.
This was disclosed by the state’s Police Command. The Police claimed that the former gubernatorial candidate was not kidnapped but was arrested by its (Police) personnel.
The state’s Police Command said that Nwosu was arrested after allegedly turning down invites sent to him for questioning over an issue it was currently investigating in the state.
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Speaking on the said arrest, Commissioner of Police for Imo State Command, Micheal Abattam, on Sunday, said that pieces of information making the rounds on the former governor’s son-in-law were totally untrue.
Abattam, through a statement personally released to clear the air on the alleged abduction, assured the residents that the command was committed towards the security of life and property across the state.
The statement reads, “This is to inform the general public that Chief Uche Nwosu was not kidnapped but was arrested by the police and Imo state police command is aware of the arrest and presently he is in police custody.
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“This is to refute the earlier news that has been making rounds on social media that he was kidnapped by unknown persons/gunmen.
“The Commissioner of Police while using this medium to assure Imo indigenes of the command’s commitment in ensuring the safety of Life and prosperity this yuletide seasons, advised the general public to always shun fake news”.
