Anambra Govt Burns Down Native Doctor, Akwa Okuko Shrine

The Anambra State Government has demolished the shrine of a well-known native doctor. Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly called Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki.

This action followed a High Court ruling in Awka, which sentenced Akwa Okuko to 11 months in prison. For his involvement in ritual practices, locally referred to as “oke Ite,” along with other related offences.

The large shrine contained various items, including native pots (Oke Ite), photographs, moulded figures, clothing, and other ritual objects. These carefully dismantled piece by piece.

Afterward, the fetish items set on fire.

Watch the video below for more details!

Akwa Okuko Shrine burnt

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