A magistrate’s court in Enugu remands 45-year-old Ani Chidi after he is arraigned over allegations that he filmed and circulated video of an attack on members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The reports say the incident occurred during an NDC political meeting on Saturday, 12 September, in Obuoffia/Awkunanaw within Nkanu West Local Government Area.
The police allege Chidi recorded the attack and published the footage online, including accusations related to cybercrime and criminal defamation. He is reportedly charged under provisions of Nigeria’s Cybercrime Act, including counts tied to publishing video content across social media and making allegedly false claims about individuals connected to the disruption.
Across the outlets, the main differences relate to emphasis and party reaction. NDC officials condemn the prosecution, alleging that authorities target witnesses who captured evidence while allowing suspected attackers to go free, and call the court action an abuse of process. Chidi’s case remains pending as he stays in prison custody pending further court proceedings.
