The people of Ahoada East Local Government Area in Rivers State are still in shock after news broke that two of their senior council officials have been declared wanted by the police. This sad and troubling story started on 20 June 2025 when chaos erupted at the Ahoada East council secretariat.
According to the Rivers State Police Command, Hector Ekakita, who is the Chief Security Officer, and Aloni Olodi, who is the Chief of Staff to the council, are now at the centre of this storm. The police say these two officials did not just plan but actually led a violent attack on the council’s administrator, Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor.
Many people could not believe it when they heard how it happened. Police reports say that on that day, Hector and Aloni gathered about thirty young men and stormed Iheanachor’s office. They forced their way in, beat him up badly, and then stole important documents and some of his personal things. As if that was not enough, they made him sign a resignation letter against his will while he was still in pain from the beating.
It was gathered that Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor, who was appointed by the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), is now in the hospital receiving treatment for the injuries he suffered in that terrible incident. People close to him said he is lucky to be alive because the attackers were very brutal.
Speaking on behalf of the Rivers State Police Command, the Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said that the two suspects have refused to honour several invitations to come for questioning. It is reported that they have now gone into hiding. Because of this, the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has no choice but to declare them wanted.
SP Grace Iringe-Koko added that the crimes they are wanted for include criminal conspiracy, assault that caused bodily harm, attempted murder, and theft. These are very serious offences and the police have made it clear that they will not rest until justice is served.
The police are also sending a strong warning to members of the public. They said anyone who tries to hide these two suspects or help them in any way will be arrested and made to face the full weight of the law. SP Iringe-Koko has encouraged good citizens to come forward with any information they have that can help the police find Hector Ekakita and Aloni Olodi.
For those who want to help, they can contact the Police State Headquarters on Moscow Road, Port Harcourt, or use the hotlines that have been made available by the Command.
Many people in Rivers State are now asking why government officials, who are supposed to protect and serve the people, will turn around and use violence to settle issues. Some residents of Ahoada East say they feel unsafe knowing that such leaders could plan and carry out such a brutal act.
In response to these concerns, the Rivers State Police Command has assured the public that they are fully committed to protecting the lives and properties of everyone in the state. The Commissioner of Police has promised that this case will not be swept under the carpet. He said that the suspects must face the law for what they have done, no matter how long it takes.
Community leaders have also joined their voices, calling for peace and asking the people not to take the law into their own hands. They believe that justice will be served soon and that peace will return to Ahoada East.
As this sad story continues to unfold, many residents are praying for the speedy recovery of Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor and hoping that the suspects will be caught quickly. This incident has reminded everyone that leadership is a position of trust and that no one is above the law.
The Rivers State Police Command is urging everyone to stay calm and be law-abiding. They said they will share more updates as they continue with their investigation. For now, the hunt for Hector Ekakita and Aloni Olodi continues.
If you know anything that can help bring them to justice, please do not be afraid to speak up. The police need the help of everyone to keep our communities safe and free from violence.
Let us remember that peace and justice must always win.
May the truth prevail.
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