The Coordinator of the Awlaw Strategic Development Initiative, Felix Imah, has alleged that he was attacked and beaten by suspected thugs in his community in Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State. The incident reportedly occurred at about 6:35 p.m. on Wednesday around the Sir G.T.N. Tabansi Civic Centre in Ubaha, Awlaw.

Imah said he had received information on Tuesday about an alleged plan to attack him and was warned against visiting his village. Despite the warning, he said he returned to the community, citing his constitutional right to freedom of movement. He alleged that Merit Akasieme Umebuani, identified as the Senior Legislative Assistant to Senator Osita Ngwu in Awlaw, and other individuals drove from Enugu and attacked him at Afor Ubah.

According to Imah, the attackers beat him and recorded the incident, which he alleged may have been sent to an alleged sponsor as evidence that the attack had been carried out. He said he had reported the incident to law enforcement authorities and expected the matter to be investigated. Imah also vowed that the attack would not deter him from advocating for the development and interests of Awlaw residents.

Efforts by Independent to obtain Umebuani’s response to the allegations were unsuccessful, as he reportedly did not answer or return calls. The report did not indicate that police had publicly confirmed the allegations or announced any arrests in connection with the incident.