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ANAMBRA WOMEN AFFAIRS COMMISSIONER SUMMONS WIDOWS BROTHER IN LAW OVER ENCROACHMENT INTO THE PROPERTY OF THE LATE BROTHER.(VIDEO/PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

 


WOMEN AFFAIRS COMMISSIONER, OBINABO SUMMONS WIDOWS BROTHER IN LAW OVER ENCROACHMENT INTO THE PROPERTY OF THE LATE BROTHER 



By Chidinma Ikeanyionwu


Anambra State Women and Social Welfare Commissioner, Hon Ify Obinabo has summoned one Mr Innocent Okechi a native of Awkuzu in Oyi local government area of the state over encroachment of late brothers property.


The report which was made by wife of the deceased Mrs Onyinye Ogugua stated that barely one month after her mourning period, her late husband's brought Mr Okechi vowed to deal with her until she leaves the compound.


According to the widow, she and her son has been suffering silently from the hands of her brother inlaw but with the recent event can't take it anymore.


When asked what the event is, Mrs Ogugua explained that the brother Inlaw has refused to share any landed property to her son and also is currently erecting structure on her entrance space thereby inconveniencing her and her son from entering their compound.


The widow further urged government to come to her aid and restore a lasting peace especially as it concerns her son's well-being.


Responding, Hon Obinabo assured that she will get to the root of the issue which she took a step forward by inviting the said brother inlaw.


The Women Affairs boss therefore reminded everyone to always give peace a chance and protect the vulnerable women around them.


As at the time of this report, Mr Innocent has been invited for a meeting with the commissioner over the Complaint brought before the Honourable Commissioner while investigation is going on.

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