Soludo suspends Anambra LG chairman over wife’s death

Charles Soludo, Anambra State governor, has suspended Mbazulike Iloka, the transition chairman of Nnewi North local government area, over the death of his wife, Chidiebere Iloka.

Mrs Iloka was said to have collapsed and died on August 7 but people alleged she was a victim of domestic violence.

“Following the sad and sudden death of your wife, the late Mrs Chidiebere Iloka on August 7, there has been a massive public outcry over the circumstances leading to the cause of her death, including alleged possible homicide,” the letter stated.

The letter added, “Consequently, you are directed to step aside and handover the affairs of the local council to the head of local government administration not later than August 12, until further notice.”

Mr Iloka was sworn in alongside 20 other transition committee chairmen on August 2.