Abuja, NIGERIA – A native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, known by his chilling alias “Akwa Okuku Tiwara Aki,” has been apprehended by Anambra State’s local vigilante operatives, Agunaechemba, following allegations of preparing lethal ritualistic charms, “Oké Ite Awele” and “Awele Ụzụ Ego, linked to a surge in rituals in the State. His arrest follows a broader crackdown by the State Governor Chukwuma Soludo who recently signed an Executive Order targeting money rituals and ritual killings.
The governor, recently imposed severe penalties—up to six years in prison—on those found guilty of preparing “Okeite” or engaging in money rituals. This move is part of a concerted effort to curb the widespread insecurity that has plagued Anambra in recent months, as ritual killings and abductions have become disturbingly common.
His name Akwa okuko tiwara Aki” which is translated as the egg that broke the palm nut, is known for his flamboyant lifestyle and self-proclaimed spiritual prowess, flaunted on social media, Nwangwu’s name has long been synonymous with mystery and danger. His charismatic persona and claims of spiritual power have drawn people from across the country—and even from abroad—to seek his services, including search for the notorious “Oké Ite Awele” and “Awele Ụzụ Ego.” These charms, often touted by Nwangwu as gateways to untold wealth, have now been tied to a growing wave of violence across the state. The rituals in preparing notorious Oké Ite Awele are allegedly associated with ritual killings, sparking fears that his influence has been felt far beyond the confines of his small community.
Despite his fame, Nwangwu’s activities have been clouded in secrecy, with many questioning the source of his wealth and the true nature of his spiritual practices. The latest revelations regarding his involvement in “Oké Ite Awele” and “Awele Ụzụ Ego” rituals have thrust him into the spotlight, revealing the deadly consequences of his so-called healing powers.
The two rituals, often associated with the promise of quick financial gain, disturbingly, have many of those involved to be youths—often referred to as “Yahoo boys”—who fall victim to the false hope of unimaginable riches promised by these dark charms. Nwangwu is accused of being the mastermind behind the preparation of these potent concoctions, which have fueled a disturbing Oké Ite Awele trend Anambra State.
In a gripping video that went viral, Deputy Governor Onyeka Ibezim was seen grilling Nwangwu, who denied the allegations of his involvement in these deadly rituals. Despite his protests, Ibezim ordered an immediate investigation, vowing to uncover the full extent of Nwangwu’s operations.
While the arrest of Nwangwu has been hailed by many as a significant breakthrough in the state’s ongoing struggle against ritual killings, questions remain over whether this one arrest will be enough to dismantle the vast network of criminal syndicates that are reportedly behind the rising tide of violence. Authorities are now focusing their efforts on uncovering Nwangwu’s connections to organized criminal gangs and identifying the “Yahoo boys” allegedly involved in the kidnappings.
It would be recalled that Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki was kidnapped last year in his Triple P Hotel in Oba community.
As Anambra State grapples with a climate of fear and uncertainty, the authorities are calling for heightened vigilance and cooperation from the public to ensure that ritualistic crimes do not continue to ravage the state. While Nwangwu’s arrest is a victory for law enforcement, the true battle is far from over. In a state where the dark allure of money rituals continues to claim young lives, it remains to be seen whether Anambra can fully rid itself of this deadly plague.
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