Emma Elekwa
Anambra State Government has described as false and misleading allegations by Prof. Chidi Anselm Odinkalu against the Governor’s Security Adviser, Mr. Ken Emeakayi claiming his involvement in an improper relationship with Mrs. Mmasi Nwangwu, wife of convicted Mr. Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko.
A statement circulated on social media by aides of the Governor said a Fact-Finding Committee constituted by the Government to probe Odinkalu’s allegation established that Emeakayi and Nwangwu did not have any personal or improper relationship.
It reiterated government’s commitment to due process, fairness, and the protection of the reputation of public officers from malicious and unsubstantiated claims.
The statement reads, “Anambra State Government has concluded its investigation into allegations made by Prof. Chidi Anselm Odinkalu against the Governor’s Security Adviser, Mr. Ken Emeakayi, and has found the claims to be false and misleading.
“A Fact-Finding Committee constituted by the State Government to probe Prof. Odinkalu’s allegation that Mr. Emeakayi was involved in an improper relationship with Mrs. Mmasi Nwangwu, wife of convicted Mr. Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko, has submitted its report dated 11th May 2026.
Evidences from accused persons
“The Committee, chaired by the Hon. Attorney General of Anambra State, Tobechukwu Nweke, SAN, and comprising senior lawyers from the Ministry of Justice, stated that it took evidence from all accused parties.
“This included Mr. Ken Emeakayi, who supervised state actions against Mr. Chukwudozie Nwangwu as referenced by Prof. Odinkalu; Mrs. Mmasi Nwangwu; and counsel to Mr. Nwangwu, who testified on his behalf.
“According to the report, the Committee issued several notices to Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, inviting him to respond via text, or to join a virtual or physical meeting to disclose the source of his information or provide evidence supporting his allegation. Prof. Odinkalu failed to honour any of the notices.
“After reviewing all evidence presented by relevant persons, the Committee found the testimonies consistent in establishing that Mr. Ken Emeakayi and Mrs. Nwangwu did not have any personal or improper relationship.
“Accordingly, the Committee concluded that the allegation is false and misleading.
“The Anambra State Government reiterates its commitment to due process, fairness, and the protection of the reputation of public officers from malicious and unsubstantiated claims.”
Amateur cover up
Reacting to the government’s position, Odinkalu dismissed the committee’s report as “an amateur cover-up” and insisted that his allegations remained valid.
In a statement posted on social media, Odinkalu said: “My allegations about a cabinet adviser of the Governor of Anambra State stand unimpeached and this amateur cover-up will fail.”
He disclosed that he received WhatsApp messages on April 29 and May 1, purportedly from the Anambra State Attorney General, requesting that he disclose the identities of his sources and the name of the security adviser allegedly involved.
Odinkalu questioned the credibility and procedure of the inquiry, arguing that the messages failed to disclose the composition, legal authority or terms of reference of the investigative panel.
“It also seemed to me incongruous that an investigation should be run by WhatsApp.
“Surely, an Attorney-General claiming to be a SAN ought to know how to write a letter,” he stated.
The professor further said he declined to respond because he was sceptical about the authenticity of the messages and the credentials of the sender.
Odinkalu also criticised the government for eventually naming Emeakayi publicly, claiming the exercise amounted to a “whitewash.”
He maintained that he stood by his allegations despite the committee’s findings.
