Chaos erupted in Aba, Abia State, as the EFCC convoy transporting 59 arrested youths to Abuja was stopped by Governor Otti’s security team. The governor described the arrests as unjust and baseless, insisting that the young men are innocent Aba boys, not criminals or herdsmen.
Governor Otti reportedly said:
“Aba boys are not thieves or killer herdsmen. No such arrests of my people will happen under my watch. Head back to Sokoto and arrest the Fulani herdsmen, not innocent Aba youths!”
The governor’s bold move has stirred nationwide attention, sparking debates about the balance between federal law enforcement and state protection. Residents of Aba have flooded social media praising the governor for standing up for the youth, while others question whether blocking a federal agency was the right action.
This incident raises serious questions about youth treatment, law enforcement practices, and the rising tensions between authorities and communities in Nigeria.
💬 What do you think? Was Governor Otti right to stop the EFCC convoy and protect the Aba youths? Share your thoughts below!
