Stop instigating crisis in my federal constituency, Dr Ezeh warns reps Chinedu Ogah

By Abubakar Yunusa

Political tensions in Ebonyi State have intensified as Labour Party candidate for Abakaliki/Izzi Federal Constituency, Dr. Emmanuel Ezeh, accused Hon. Chinedu Ogah, the member representing Ikwo/Ezza South Federal Constituency, of meddling in Izhi politics and obstructing justice. Ezeh alleged that Ogah facilitated the bail of two men—Felix Okemini and Sunday Ogbonnia—who were accused of threatening his life, and later presented what he described as a false settlement to security agencies.

Ezeh questioned Ogah’s repeated involvement in Izhi matters despite representing a different constituency, asking why Ogah always appears whenever threats or plots against him surface. He said his conditions for reconciliation, including a public apology from the suspects, were ignored and accused Ogah of misleading the police. The Labour Party candidate expressed disappointment over what he termed a betrayal, recalling that he supported Ogah in 2019 during his political struggles.

Following what he described as a failed attempt at Alternative Dispute Resolution, Ezeh vowed that those who allegedly threatened his life must face the full weight of the law. He stated that his legal team has been instructed to petition the Speaker of the House of Representatives, accusing Ogah of obstruction of justice and abuse of legislative privilege. He added that if sincerity is not shown by November 17, he will intensify legal action.

Ezeh also called on Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru to address claims reportedly made by Ogah that his actions were carried out on the governor’s instructions. Although he said he does not believe the governor sanctioned the interference, he insisted that Nwifuru must speak publicly to prevent further escalation. He warned that the governor’s continued silence could be misinterpreted, urging him to distance himself from what he called Ogah’s “theatrics” and ensure justice prevails.

In a separate release titled “Et Tu Brute? Even You, Comrade Chinedu Ogah?”, Ezeh described Ogah’s conduct as deceptive and an act of betrayal, saying he would not be silenced or intimidated. He maintained that the unfolding situation must be documented clearly for the sake of history, reiterating that he did not seek trouble but would not back down in the quest for justice.

The development has deepened political tensions in Ebonyi State, with observers noting that the coming days—especially the expected petition to the House of Representatives—may further polarize political interests within the region.