It has been reported that some unknown persons have pulled down the statue of Chief Akanu Ibiam and the security pointer Light at Abacha roundabout in Abakiliki, Ebonyi State.
Local reports show that the statue which was erected by the state governor, David Nweze Umahi, was destroyed by some aggrieved thugs following tension in the state ahead of 2019 election.
The statue has been destroyed
It will be recalled that President Mohammadu Buhari on November 14th, 2017, commissioned the statue of Late father and leader, Late Ezeogo Dr. Akanu Ibiam in Ebonyi.
While unveiling the statue, Buhari recalled on the numerous achievements of Late Dr. Akanu Ibiam and called on our leaders to follow in his footsteps in bringing meaningful development to the people.