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A major breakthrough in the fight against electricity vandalism as nine suspects were apprehended by local youths this morning for their alleged involvement in the ongoing vandalism of electricity infrastructure in Ohafia LGA of Abia State which has kept the community without power for over five years, ABN TV reports.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iO49vuIOTro

The suspects, identified as vandals, collaborators, conspirators, and buyers of stolen electrical equipment, were caught in a joint operation led by the Ohafia Youth Chairman, Mr. Obasi. Although nine men were arrested, some of their accomplices are still at large, with efforts ongoing to track them down.

What has taken many by surprise is that a significant number of the arrested suspects are natives of Ohafia. This revelation has sparked outrage among residents, many of whom are questioning the motives behind the vandalism. “Is it possible that these individuals are comfortable with the darkness that has plagued our community for years?” one concerned local asked.

The vandals were specifically accused of targeting a transformer at the Timber Market in Ebem Ohafia, which had been a key part of the community's power restoration plan. Additionally, they were found to have sold stolen cables, which had been brought to the area by Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, the Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency. These cables were intended to restore electricity to the community, but their theft has delayed efforts to bring light back to Ohafia.

Ohafia, a once-thriving town in Abia State, has experienced a major setback in its development due to the continuous destruction of power lines and electrical equipment. The prolonged power outage has led to the collapse of many businesses, leaving the local economy in disarray. Despite efforts from key community leaders to restore power, including with the approach of the Christmas season, vandals have repeatedly sabotaged these attempts.

Among those advocating for the restoration of electricity is Mr. Ifeanyi Okali, Director of ABN TV & Radio. Through his media platforms, Okali has consistently appealed to both the state and federal governments for support. His most recent plea was made during *Dr. Alex Otti Speaks to Abians*, a monthly media interaction with journalists, where he directly called on Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti to prioritize the electrification of Ohafia.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zmbJ2hnC3w

Speaking to ABN TV, Chief Emeka MBA (Bam Bam), the President General of the Ebem Ohafia Development Union (EODU), commended the Ohafia youths for their bold actions in apprehending the nine vandals. He also called on all Ohafia youths to unite in the fight against crime in the community. "This is a significant step forward, and I urge all our youths to continue working together to rid Ohafia of crime and restore peace and development," he said.

Mr. Obasi also praised the dedication and determination of the Ohafia youths in their fight against power theft and vandalism. "This operation is a critical step toward bringing light back to our community and reigniting our development. We are committed to seeing this through, ensuring those responsible are brought to justice," he stated.

The nine individuals arrested will be handed over to law enforcement for further investigation and prosecution. Local residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help protect the community’s infrastructure and ensure the restoration of electricity.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/news/ohafia-youths-nab-9-electricity-vandals-in-bold-crackdown-photos-video/

Hmmm. People who never take responsibility will say na "fulani herdsmen" dey vandalise the electrical infrastructures dem

Castrate them all, few bad eggs can not hold the entire community to ransom.
The same treatment should be applicable to our politicians (especially, Chicago drug baron) because they are also stealing our common wealth.

Ipob terrorist import and export. Developer.

Execute them

With all the effort Government is putting it to provide something as vital as power, crimes like this should be classified under Treason.

If You are caught, evidence is well documented. Fasting processing within 3 days you should be tied to a tree looking down the barrel of an Ak-47.

God will forgive you when you see Him but it would be the job of the Government to schedule the meeting with God.

Many of this type of people who damage and vandalise and steal cables are too rampant, and they need to learn in a hard way..

They are too much in lekki phase1, I don't know if they are not afraid of their life, when they mistakenly get electricuted

Good one, if possible let them be stoned.

Patriotic9ja:
Hmmm. People who never take responsibility will say na "fulani herdsmen" dey vandalise the electrical infrastructures dem

are you the one that arrested the vandals?

Ehen?
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Na so dem tiff awa armored cable for transformer here we no get lite for months

Family matter

Very bad of our youths.

Take them to court and jail them , very heartless people

; they were caught because of the one with big stomach.he can't run .omo nawa when we are complaining of no light.this ones get mind they steal the cables .chai

The face u make when u hear billionaire's steal cable in abia

U sure say no b fulanis?

From drugs to stealing of electricity cables, developers well done

yarimo:
From drugs to stealing of electricity cables, developers well done

bros if we check well na fulanis e go b


Billionaire's can't b stealing ordinary wire n besides everyone from that side na angel, na only fulanis dey go commit crime for there

Pure wickedness We keep blaming government for everything wrong in this country, while the truth is ordinary Nigerians are devil.
Destroying something is must needed by medical center, businesses, schools, etc just to satisfy your stupid needs of drinking, smoking and women.

See their faces , they should be flogged 25 strokes of koboko each

Imagine they will vandalise and cart away power infrastructures and come back to complain of no power supply... What a people!

Sharpsharp00123:
The face u make when u hear billionaire's steal cable in abia

U sure say no b fulanis?

where is helinus.you comment like him

Sharpsharp00123:
bros if we check well na fulanis e go b


Billionaire's can't b stealing ordinary wire n besides everyone from that side na angel, na only fulanis dey go commit crime for there

Lol. You know them very well

See dis big belle fool...

Charge them to court and jail them.

Obidiently ipob amaka

lexy2014:
are you the one that arrested the vandals?

Yes I am

Let them be dealt with.

Billionaires vandals

yarimo:
From drugs to stealing of electricity cables, developers well done

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Patriotic9ja:
Hmmm. People who never take responsibility will say na "fulani herdsmen" dey vandalise the electrical infrastructures dem

Exactly.. They will deny their people and say it's fulani

See that one with big stomach, later he will be forming odogwu