The Anambra State Government has sealed a shrine in the Umuofor village, Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area, due to several and unending complaints from residents of the area.
The said shrine is reportedly owned and run by one self-proclaimed native doctor, Ekene Igboegbueze who promises unsuspecting individuals stupendous wealth was seal as part of government crackdown on illegal spiritual operations.
Mr. Ken Emeakayi, the special adviser to the governor on Community Security who led the operatives of Operation Udo Ga-Achi to the shrine on Wednesday said the move was due to reports from locals.
“Igboegbueze’s business is illegal under Anambra State Homeland Security Laws,” Emeakayi stated, adding that properties linked to the operation have also been sealed.
“All items found in the shrine will undergo forensic examination, and the results will determine further government action,” he added.
Chinenye Ihenko, the Director of Operations for Agunechemba Security Outfit warned youths against patronising fake native doctors and pastors.
“The activities of fake spiritual leaders are fueling a get-rich-quick mentality in the state.
“Our mandate is to sanitize Anambra, and we are committed to that. Anything contributing to the desecration of the state or aiding criminal activities will be eradicated. That, we can assure the people,” Ihenko said.