Organ Theft Trial: Enugu Senator Ngwu Says Ekweremadu Grateful To Nigerians

Senator Ike Ekweremadu has refuted claims that he feels abandoned by Nigerians in the wake of his ongoing legal troubles in the United Kingdom.

According to Senator Osita Ngwu, who represents Enugu West Senatorial District, Ekweremadu expressed his deep appreciation for the prayers and overwhelming support and solidarity he has received from Nigerians since his recent ordeal.

Ngwu, who recently visited Ekweremadu, released a statement condemning unfounded accusations against the former Deputy Senate President circulating in some media reports. He described these reports as malicious and spread by individuals known for engaging in malicious activities.

“It has come to the attention of the Senate Minority Whip and Senator for the Enugu West District, Distinguished Senator Osita Ngwu, that a malicious story has been circulated by some individuals, who are known for engaging in malicious activities.

“These individuals’ stock-in-trades involve targeting innocent citizens with false accusations and spreading rumours. Their claim that the distinguished Senator Ekweremadu is lamenting that Nigerians have forgotten him in London is completely false.

“The former Deputy President of the Senate holds a special place in the hearts of the people of the Enugu West District. No amount of cheap blackmail or indecent innuendos can alter the fact that he has served my constituents with excellence, and my people pray for his continued well-being and safety.

“I recently visited Senator Ekweremadu and had a lengthy conversation with him. During our meeting, Senator Ekweremadu expressed gratitude for the prayers and overwhelming support and solidarity he has received from Nigerians from all walks of life since his recent ordeal.

“It is worth noting that the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi, a close friend of Senator Ekweremadu, was reported to have also denounced the diatribe allegedly published on social media by the nefarious group. Mr. Obi cautioned them against hiding behind credible platforms to promote ulterior interests,” he said.

Ngwu urged Nigerians against “jaundiced” journalism and spreading misinformation, especially during such challenging times. He called on the public to refrain from false information and tarnishing the reputation of individuals.

“This is not the time for any man or woman of conscience with any atom of humanity to be sponsoring false allegations against our leader to achieve whatever selfish goal. By the way there is no goal to be achieved except mere mischief and ill intentions to dissuade unsuspecting members of the public from offering their prayers and showing solidarity as well as sympathy to Ekweremadu.

“For anyone to choose this time of his ordeal to embark on such venture is tantamount to dancing on the “grave” or showing how happy they are with what happened to the former Deputy President of the Senate and they have always wished him bad but God is above them and we on our part will do everything humanly possible and within the law to protect our former lawmaker who gave his all for the progress of Enugu West, the State and South East at large,” he emphasised.

Ngwu concluded by condemning those who attempt to exploit Ekweremadu’s situation for personal gain, stating they will do everything humanly possible and within the law to protect their former lawmaker.