Former Imo gov Rochas Okorocha arrested

By Tolulope Oke

Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has been arrested by the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja over allegations of criminal conspiracy, forgery and impersonation.

The former governor was arrested on Monday night following his alleged failure to honour previous police invitations in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Imo State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Aniete Iniedu, confirmed the arrest to Channels Television on Tuesday, October 13.

According to the police spokesperson, Okorocha was released on bail after undergoing approximately one hour of interrogation.

He was subsequently directed to return to the Force Headquarters on Tuesday for further questioning as investigations continue.

Police sources disclosed that the former governor was initially invited for questioning on September 2, but the appointment was rescheduled to September 8 at the request of his lawyers.

However, Rochas Okorocha reportedly failed to honour the rescheduled invitation, prompting police action.

The police have yet to disclose further details of the allegations against the former governor.